2007 BMW 650 vs. 2001 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 BMW 650. (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Porsche GT2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 650. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 650. 2007 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche GT2 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche GT2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 2001 Porsche GT2 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 650 | GT2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 456 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2360 mm |