2012 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Porsche 911. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 493 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Porsche 911 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |