2009 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 525 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 481 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |