2011 BMW 535 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 7 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 535 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 535 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
