2008 BMW 523 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 611 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 523 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| 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 | 175 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 100.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
