2009 BMW M3 vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 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 167 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
