2009 BMW M6 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 BMW M6. (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M6. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M6. 2009 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 501 HP | 537 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |