BMW M3 vs Porsche 911 Carrera 4
| Category | 911 Carrera 4 | BMW M3 (E46) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 3.6 l B6 | 3.2 l R6 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 320 / 315 | 343 / 338 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 370 / 273 | 365 / 269 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1405 / 3097 | 1569 / 3459 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 227 / 224 | 219 / 216 |
Lap Times
| Track | 911 Carrera 4 | BMW M3 (E46) |
|---|---|---|
| Winton (National Circuit) | 1:42.01 | 1:41.56 |
| Nürburgring Nordschleife | 8:38.40 | 8:22.00 |
Performance
| Category | 911 Carrera 4 | BMW M3 (E46) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 5.0 s | 4.8 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 19.2 s | 16.8 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 14.2 s | 12.6 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 9.3 s @ 91.3 mph | 9.4 s @ 91.3 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 13.3 s | 13.1 s @ 107.5 mph |
| Top speed | 280 kph (174 mph) | 280 kph (174 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.62 g (6 m/s²) | 0.59 g (6 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | 911 Carrera 4 | BMW M3 (E46) |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 95 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 87 | 100 |
| Overall | 92 | 100 |
Verdict
M3 is the fastest by considerable margin.
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