2003 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 55 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 4.1 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 | 1385 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 89 L |