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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 550. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 550 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 445 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |