2006 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (621 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 530 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |