2006 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (351 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 351 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |