2012 BMW X1 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X1 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X1 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4454 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1545 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
