2005 BMW 530 vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 5 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 348 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (410 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2005 BMW 530 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. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 530 | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 549 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 600 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |