2003 BMW 645 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 BMW 645. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 BMW 645 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 645 | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1299 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |