2006 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 1 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 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 2006 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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 2006 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 2006 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 550 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |