1997 BMW M3 vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW M3.
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, 1983 Porsche 930 (440 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M3 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
