2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
