BMW M6 vs. Porsche 911
When comparing the BMW M6's and the Porsche 911's specifications and ratings, the BMW M6 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Porsche 911 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the BMW M6's and the Porsche 911's specifications and ratings, the BMW M6 is a better car than the Porsche 911.
BMW M6 vs. Porsche 911 Pricing
A used 2018 BMW M6 ranges from $49,982 to $62,170 while a used 2018 Porsche 911 is priced between $83,538 to $172,706.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW M6’s base engine makes 552 horsepower, and the Porsche 911 base engine makes 370 horsepower. The M6 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles. The 911 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 490 miles. This gives the Porsche 911 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW M6. Both models use premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$49,982 - $62,170
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$83,538 - $172,706
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
26.7%
BMW M6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Porsche 911 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW M6 Rankings
Not yet available
Porsche 911 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 40Ranking
2 out of / 40Ranking
2 out of / 40Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 23Ranking
4 out of / 40Ranking
6 out of / 40Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 40Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 17Ranking
18 out of / 40Ranking
25 out of / 32Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW M6 Trim Levels
Base, Gran Coupe
Porsche 911 Trim Levels
Carrera, Carrera 4, Carrera 4 GTS, Carrera 4S, Carrera GTS, Carrera S, Targa 4, Targa 4 GTS, Targa 4S, Turbo, Turbo S, Carrera T, GT2 RS, GT3
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
552 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
502 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.122 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
370 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
331 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.112 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
295 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 490 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.6 inches
Cargo Space:
10.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
5.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4515 lbs
Width:
82.9 inches
Height:
53.9 inches
Length:
193 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3307 lbs
Width:
77.9 inches
Height:
50.7 inches
Length:
177.1 inches
Wheelbase:
96.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/40ZR19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/40ZR19