2009 BMW 650 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 650 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 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Porsche 911. (345 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW 650 (491 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 650 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |