1997 BMW M3 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, both 1997 BMW M3 and 1997 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW M3 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 686 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 922 Nm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 328 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
