2009 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2009 BMW 530 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 205 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 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, 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 530 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |