2009 BMW M3 vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912.
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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 912 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |