2009 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,798 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 550 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 3800 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |