2001 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2001 BMW M3. (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
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, 1995 Porsche 911 (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 92 L |
