1995 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 BMW M3. (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M3 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |