2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, both 2007 Porsche 911 and 2007 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
