2009 BMW M3 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (530 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |