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, 2010 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 BMW M3. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |