1986 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1986 BMW M3. (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 175 kg more than 1986 BMW M3. 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M3 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M3 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |
