2009 BMW 135 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2009 BMW 135 and 2009 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 171 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 BMW 135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 135 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
