2009 BMW 740 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 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP) has 221 more horse power than 2009 BMW 740. (302 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 281 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 BMW 740 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 740. 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 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 740 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 523 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 3.4 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 | 1945 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2350 mm |
