BMW M3 CSL vs Porsche 911 Carrera S
| Category | BMW M3 CSL (E46) | 911 Carrera S |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 3.2 l R6 | 3.8 l B6 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 360 / 355 | 381 / 376 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 370 / 273 | 415 / 306 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1409 / 3106 | 1474 / 3250 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 255 / 252 | 258 / 255 |
Lap Times
| Track | BMW M3 CSL (E46) | 911 Carrera S |
|---|---|---|
| Hockenheim Short | 1:13.50 | 1:13.70 |
Performance
| Category | BMW M3 CSL (E46) | 911 Carrera S |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 4.8 s | 4.6 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 16.7 s | 15.1 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 12.2 s | 10.5 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 10.8 s | 10.0 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 9.2 s @ 93.2 mph | 8.9 s @ 96.3 mph |
| Top speed | 269 kph (167 mph) | 300 kph (186 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.64 g (6 m/s²) | 0.67 g (7 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | BMW M3 CSL (E46) | 911 Carrera S |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 100 | 99 |
| Straight line speed | 78 | 100 |
| Overall | 92 | 100 |
Verdict
911 Carrera S is the fastest by considerable margin.
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