2007 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 525 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
