2006 BMW 645 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 BMW 645. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 645 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 645 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |