2009 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 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 114 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 92 L |