2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 Porsche Carrera GT were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 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, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 525 | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |