1990 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 330 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 4.9 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 | 1200 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
