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BMW 5-Series vs. Porsche 911 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW 5-Series vs. Porsche 911 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $57,095

BMW 5-Series 530i   
Difference: $35,210

Lowest Total Invoice: $53,790

BMW 5-Series 530i   
Difference: $26,501

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2017201720082008200820082008
Model5-Series5-Series911911911911911
Trim530i540iCarreraCarrera STargaTarga STurbo
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $51,200 $56,450 $73,500 $83,800 $87,000 $97,300 $126,200
Base Invoice $48,295 $53,180 $64,174 $73,192 $76,038 $85,011 $110,313
Leather seating surfaces 1,450            
Metallic paint (extra cost) 700 700 690 690 690 690  
Adaptive dampers - electrical 1,000   1,990   1,990    
Heated front seats 500 500 500 500 500 500 500
Obstacle detection, rear 750 750 530 530 530 530 530
Upholstered instrument panel 500 500          
Dynamic Handling Package   3,500          
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     385 385 385 385  
Adaptive Sports Seats     3,055 3,055 3,055 3,055  
Sport Chrono Package Plus     960 960 960 960  
Upholstered instrument panel, leather     3,005 3,005 3,005 3,005  
Audio controls on steering wheel     990 990 990 990  
Wood trim     890 890 890 890 890
Navigation system     2,110 2,110 2,110 2,110  
Xenon HID headlights     1,090   1,090    
Bluetooth cell phone link     960 960 960 960 960
Voice recorder     650 650 650 650 650
Floor mats     140 140 140 140 140
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel             620
Leather seating surfaces 1,335            
Metallic paint (extra cost) 645 645 587 587 587 587  
Adaptive dampers - electrical 920   1,692   1,692    
Heated front seats 455 455 425 425 425 425 425
Obstacle detection, rear 685 685 451 451 451 451 451
Upholstered instrument panel 460 460          
Dynamic Handling Package   3,220          
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     327 327 327 327  
Adaptive Sports Seats     2,597 2,597 2,597 2,597  
Sport Chrono Package Plus     816 816 816 816  
Upholstered instrument panel, leather     2,554 2,554 2,554 2,554  
Audio controls on steering wheel     842 842 842 842  
Wood trim     757 757 757 757 757
Navigation system     1,794 1,794 1,794 1,794  
Xenon HID headlights     927   927    
Bluetooth cell phone link     816 816 816 816 816
Voice recorder     553 553 553 553 553
Floor mats     119 119 119 119 119
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel             527
Options (change) 4,900 5,950 17,945 14,865 17,945 14,865 4,290
Options (change) 4,500 5,465 15,257 12,638 15,257 12,638 3,648
Destination 995 995 860 860 860 860 860
Total Price $57,095 $63,395 $92,305 $99,525 $105,805 $113,025 $131,350
Total Invoice $53,790 $59,640 $80,291 $86,690 $92,155 $98,509 $114,821

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Porsche 911

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 5-Series 530i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $38,185
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $29,304
Model Year2017201720082008200820082008
Model5-Series5-Series911911911911911
Trim530i540iCarreraCarrera STargaTarga STurbo
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine248hp I4335hp I6325hp H6355hp H6325hp H6355hp H6480hp H6
TransmissionT8T8M6M6M6M6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)205, 12205, 12235, 9235, 9235, 9235, 9325, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18245/45-18235/40-18235/35-19235/40-18235/35-19235/35-19
Total Price$57,095$63,395$92,305$99,525$105,805$113,025$131,350
Adjustments for Features-2,975-3,4750-125-2,000-2,125-1,550
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$54,120$59,920$92,305$99,400$103,805$110,900$129,800
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,800$0$7,095$11,500$18,595$37,495
Total Invoice$53,790$59,640$80,291$86,690$92,155$98,509$114,821
Adjustments for Features-2,803-3,2690-109-1,742-1,852-1,355
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$50,987$56,371$80,291$86,581$90,413$96,657$113,466
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,384$0$6,290$10,122$16,366$33,175

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Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Porsche 911

Model Year2017201720082008200820082008
Model5-Series5-Series911911911911911
Trim530i540iCarreraCarrera STargaTarga STurbo
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300     
6-speed manual  $150$150$150$150$150
RWD$0$0$0$0   
AWD    $1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200$200     
Remote app$25$25     
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250$250$250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350     
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0     
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system$0$0     
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150     
Knee airbag, driver$75$75     
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75     
Obstacle detection, front$150$150     
Rollover sensor$50$50     
Side curtain airbags$350$350     
Tires, run-flat$150$150     
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50     
Rear seat pass-through$100$100     
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100     
Dual-zone climate control$125$125     
Rear air vents$100$100     
Residual heat$50$50     
Water-repellent front-door glass  $15$15$15$15$15
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential      $300
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150     
Rear-engine configuration  $0$0$0$0$0
Regenerative braking$0$0     
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0$0     
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25$25$25$25$25
Larger rear spoiler      $200
Panoramic sunroof    $1200$1200 
Retractable rear spoiler  $400$400$400$400 
Sunroof$900$900$900$900  $900
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0     
App support$0$0     
Aux input$50$50     
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25     
DVD-Audio-compatible player      $0
DVD-compatible player$0$0     
Handwriting recognition$200$200     
HD radio$50$50     
In-vehicle Internet$150$150     
Media drive$15$15     
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0     
Off-road navigation system  $0$0$0$0$0
S Voice support$0$0     
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0     
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25     
Surround sound      $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200     
Text dictation$50$50     
Traffic + travel information$25$25     
USB port$25$25     
Voice control for external devices$0$0     
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100     
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge      $75
Chronometer  $100$100$100$100 
Cornering lights$50$50     
Fog lights$125$125 $125 $125$125
Headlight washers  $50$50$50$50$50
Interior ambient lighting  $150$150$150$150$150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150     
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750     
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25     
Power-folding mirrors$50$50     
Steering-linked headlights$150$150     
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25     
Xenon HID headlights  $500$500$500$500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50     
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50$50     
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50$50     
Metal pedals  $75$75$75$75$75
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50     
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50     
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100$100$100$100$100$100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100$100$100$100$100$100 
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat  $100$100$100$100 
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat  $100$100$100$100 
Synthetic suede headliner  $650$650$650$650$650
Upholstered instrument panel$300$300     
Upholstered instrument panel, leather  $1000$1000$1000$1000$1000
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel      $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars $500     
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200$200$200$200 
Transmission 
Launch control$100$100     
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100     
Total Value of Features$7,990$8,490$5,015$5,140$7,015$7,140$6,565
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,975$3,475$0$125$2,000$2,125$1,550
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,803-3,2690-109-1,742-1,852-1,355

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Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Porsche 911

Model Year20172008
Model5-Series911
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase117.1 in92.5 in
Length194.6 in175.6 in
Width73.5 in71.2 in
Height58.2 in51.6 in
Curb Weight3,747 lb.3,076 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.0 gal.17.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.8 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.7 in51.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.4 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in31.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.5 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume18.7 ft34.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 540i

Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Active stabilizer bars500No
Total Requested50050%
Total Not Requested50050%

Option Package Details
Porsche 911 Carrera

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested225100%
Total Not Requested00%
Upholstered instrument panel, leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1000100%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested50091%
Total Not Requested509%
Adaptive Sports Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested120080%
Total Not Requested30020%
Sport Chrono Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested20067%
Total Not Requested10033%

Option Package Details
Porsche 911 Carrera S

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested225100%
Total Not Requested00%
Upholstered instrument panel, leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1000100%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive Sports Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested120080%
Total Not Requested30020%
Sport Chrono Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested20067%
Total Not Requested10033%

Option Package Details
Porsche 911 Targa

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested225100%
Total Not Requested00%
Upholstered instrument panel, leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1000100%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested50091%
Total Not Requested509%
Adaptive Sports Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested120080%
Total Not Requested30020%
Sport Chrono Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested20067%
Total Not Requested10033%

Option Package Details
Porsche 911 Targa S

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested225100%
Total Not Requested00%
Upholstered instrument panel, leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1000100%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive Sports Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested120080%
Total Not Requested30020%
Sport Chrono Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested20067%
Total Not Requested10033%

Option Package Details
Porsche 911 Turbo

Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel0No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Total Requested125100%
Total Not Requested00%

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