1997 BMW M3 vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 924. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW M3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924. 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, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW M3 | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 924 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |