2009 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 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 97 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 996 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |