2009 BMW 750 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 BMW 750. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 750. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 750 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2280 mm |