2003 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |