2009 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Porsche 968
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 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 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) has 109 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 968 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |