1999 BMW 529 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 529. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 529 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 529. (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 529.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 529 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 529 | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |