2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 BMW 650. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 650. (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 650. 2012 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 650 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 473 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |