2000 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (439 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 800 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. (600 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Carrera GT | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 439 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
