2009 BMW M5 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 M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M5 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 105 more horse power than 2013 Porsche 911. (395 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW M5 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 M5. 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, 2009 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M5 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1292 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |