2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 550 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |