2005 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 BMW M3. (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 311 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |