2008 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 BMW M3 and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 365 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |