2005 BMW 740 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 BMW 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 740 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
