1990 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1990 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 92 L |