2009 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Porsche GT2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche GT2 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche GT2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 530 | GT2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 456 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |