2009 BMW 650 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 650 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |