2009 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2009 BMW M3 and 2009 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 2009 Porsche 911. (317 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911.

Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2009 Porsche 911 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. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW M3 2009 Porsche 911
Make BMW Porsche
Model M3 911
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3999 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 414 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 8300 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 295 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 249 km/hour 285 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.9 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 64 L