2009 BMW M3 vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 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 183 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 911. (231 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 483 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |