2007 BMW M3 vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 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 BMW M3 (366 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M3 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2280 mm |
