2008 BMW 550 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 550 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 550. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 550 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
