2008 BMW 530 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 530 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
