1988 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (456 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1988 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 456 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 89 L |