2001 BMW M vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 BMW M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 67 L |
