2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
