2009 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayman 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 119 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (295 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 30 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, 2009 BMW M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman. 2006 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | Cayman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |