2009 BMW M5 vs. 2001 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Porsche GT2. (456 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche GT2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2001 Porsche GT2. 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, 2001 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 2001 Porsche GT2 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M5 | GT2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 456 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |