2008 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 4 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 BMW M3. (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |