2003 BMW M3 vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 959 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2003 BMW M3. 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 959 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |