2001 BMW M3 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1988 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, 2001 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M3 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 74.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |