2009 BMW 745 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2009 BMW 745 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 745. 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 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 745 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 745 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |