2009 BMW 750 vs. 2004 Porsche 911

To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (477 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 BMW 750. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.

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, 2004 Porsche 911 (641 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 750. (491 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 750.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 750 2004 Porsche 911
Make BMW Porsche
Model 750 911
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4799 cc 3605 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 477 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 491 Nm 641 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 76 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption City 16.9 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 64 L


 

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