2007 BMW 650 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 2 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), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 650. 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, 2007 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 650 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
