2009 BMW M6 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (444 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M6. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2280 mm |
