2003 BMW 545 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2003 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 545. (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 545 | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76.4 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |