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Which is faster?
The BMW E36 M3 is faster — 11.3s quicker on average across 26 shared tracks.
Specifications
| Specifications | BMW E36 M3 E36 M3 | Porsche 997.2 Carrera S 997.2 Carrera S |
|---|---|---|
| Model Years | 1991-1999 | 2009-2013 |
| horsepower | 243 | 385 |
| torque (N_M) | 320 | 420 |
| weight (KG) | 1,460 | 1,495 |
| Power to Weight | 0.17 | 0.26 |
| Rank | #189 | #187 |
| Tire | 220 PILOT SPORT PS2 |
320 PILOT SPORT 4
235/35/19 / 295/30/19 |
| engine Description | 3.2L NA I6 (S50/S52) | 3.8L NA flat-6 (MA1.21) |
| gearbox | 5-SPEED MANUAL | 6-SPEED MANUAL, 7-SPEED PDK |
| drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| wheelbase (MM) | 2710 | 2350 |
| width (MM) | 1709 | 1824 |
| length (MM) | 4430 | 4461 |
| height (MM) | 1359 | 1300 |
| 0 - 60 MPH | 6 SECs | 4.1 SECs |
| top Speed (KPH) | 249 | 306 |
| price MSRP | $ 46,465 | $ 127,900 |
| Current Value | $ 35,000 | $ 65,000 |
| OVERALL VS AVERAGE LAP TIMES | -1.12s | -0.6s |
BMW E36 M3 E36 M3 — Lap Times vs Average
Lap Times
| Track Name | E36 M3 E36 M3 | 997.2 Carrera S 997.2 Ca… | Diff | Mod | Treadwear TW | Video |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lime Rock Park (CW) | 0:58.74 | 0:59.42 | -0.68 | Race | 0–99 | |
| Watkins Glen International (Full Circuit w/ Loop) | 1:59.21 | 2:06.99 | -7.78 | Race | 0–99 | |
| Chuckwalla Valley Raceway (CCW) | 1:45.726 | 1:51.65 | -5.92 | Race | 0–99 | |
| Castle Combe (Car Circuit CW) | 1:18.5 | 1:15.99 | +2.51 | Medium | >200 |
Additional Lap Times
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