2009 BMW 530 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 7 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 60 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (480 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 530 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 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 | 1320 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
