1986 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 BMW M3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M3 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (131 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M3 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1986 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M3 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |