1997 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1997 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M3 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
