2008 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 150 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 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 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.9 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 | 1655 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |