2007 BMW M vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2007 BMW M. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 520 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 685 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |