1998 BMW M vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW M 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 17 more horse power than 1998 BMW M. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 BMW M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW M. (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 67 L |
