2009 BMW M3 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 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 173 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 968 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 92 L |