2009 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 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 69 more horse power than 2010 Porsche 911. (345 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
