2000 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW M3 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911. 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (502 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW M3 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 502 Nm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |