2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 205 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Convertible | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
