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BMW 3-Series vs. Porsche 911 Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
BMW 3-Series vs. Porsche 911 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $66,375 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||||||
| Difference: $21,175 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $61,340 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||||||
| Difference: $14,909 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 3-Series | 911 | 911 | 911 | 911 | 911 |
| Trim | M3 | Carrera | Carrera S | Targa | Targa S | Turbo |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $56,500 | $73,500 | $83,800 | $87,000 | $97,300 | $126,200 |
| Base Invoice | $52,160 | $64,174 | $73,192 | $76,038 | $85,011 | $110,313 |
| Premium Package | 1,900 | |||||
| Cold Weather Package | 750 | |||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 690 | 690 | 690 | 690 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |||||
| Leather door panel trim | 1,100 | |||||
| Navigation system | 2,100 | 2,110 | 2,110 | 2,110 | 2,110 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | 1,990 | 1,990 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | 530 | 530 | 530 | 530 | 530 |
| Wood trim | 0 | 890 | 890 | 890 | 890 | 890 |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |||||
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 3,055 | 3,055 | 3,055 | 3,055 | 1,145 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 385 | 385 | 385 | 385 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 1,090 | 1,090 | ||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 960 | 960 | 960 | 960 | 960 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 990 | 990 | 990 | 990 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 620 | |||||
| Premium Package | 1,730 | |||||
| Cold Weather Package | 685 | |||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 587 | 587 | 587 | 587 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |||||
| Leather door panel trim | 1,000 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,910 | 1,794 | 1,794 | 1,794 | 1,794 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 910 | 1,692 | 1,692 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | 451 | 451 | 451 | 451 | 451 |
| Wood trim | 0 | 757 | 757 | 757 | 757 | 757 |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |||||
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 2,597 | 2,597 | 2,597 | 2,597 | 973 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 327 | 327 | 327 | 327 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 927 | 927 | ||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 816 | 816 | 816 | 816 | 816 | |
| Heated front seats | 425 | 425 | 425 | 425 | 425 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 842 | 842 | 842 | 842 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 527 | |||||
| Options (change) | 7,750 | 13,190 | 10,110 | 13,190 | 10,110 | 4,645 |
| Options (change) | 7,055 | 11,215 | 8,596 | 11,215 | 8,596 | 3,949 |
| Destination | 825 | 860 | 860 | 860 | 860 | 860 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $66,375 | $87,550 | $94,770 | $101,050 | $108,270 | $131,705 |
| Total Invoice | $61,340 | $76,249 | $82,648 | $88,113 | $94,467 | $115,122 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Porsche 911
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series M3 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $22,625 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,249 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 3-Series | 911 | 911 | 911 | 911 | 911 |
| Trim | M3 | Carrera | Carrera S | Targa | Targa S | Turbo |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 414hp V8 | 325hp H6 | 355hp H6 | 325hp H6 | 355hp H6 | 480hp H6 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | M6 | M6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | 235, 9 | 235, 9 | 235, 9 | 235, 9 | 325, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 235/40-18 | 235/35-19 | 235/40-18 | 235/35-19 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $66,375 | $87,550 | $94,770 | $101,050 | $108,270 | $131,705 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,450 | 0 | -125 | -2,000 | -2,125 | -3,250 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $64,925 | $87,550 | $94,645 | $99,050 | $106,145 | $128,455 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $7,095 | $11,500 | $18,595 | $40,905 |
| Total Invoice | $61,340 | $76,249 | $82,648 | $88,113 | $94,467 | $115,122 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,340 | 0 | -109 | -1,744 | -1,854 | -2,841 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $60,000 | $76,249 | $82,539 | $86,369 | $92,613 | $112,281 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $6,290 | $10,120 | $16,364 | $36,032 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Porsche 911
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 3-Series | 911 | 911 | 911 | 911 | 911 |
| Trim | M3 | Carrera | Carrera S | Targa | Targa S | Turbo |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 |
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Automatic seat belt presenters, front row | $100 | |||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||||
| Second-row low console | $100 | |||||
| Ski sack | $50 | |||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |||||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||||
| Residual heat | $50 | |||||
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Rear-engine configuration | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||||||
| Larger rear spoiler | $200 | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||||
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Aux input | $50 | |||||
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | |||||
| Off-road navigation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||||
| Traffic information | $25 | |||||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |||||
| Boost gauge | $75 | |||||
| Compass | $0 | |||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |||||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | $650 | $650 | $650 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Total Value of Features | $3,990 | $2,540 | $2,665 | $4,540 | $4,665 | $5,790 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,450 | $0 | $125 | $2,000 | $2,125 | $3,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,340 | 0 | -109 | -1,744 | -1,854 | -2,841 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Porsche 911
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 3-Series | 911 |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 92.5 in |
| Length | 181.1 in | 175.6 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 71.2 in |
| Height | 54.1 in | 51.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,352 lb. | 3,076 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 17.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.4 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 51.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.8 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.8 in | 31.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 51.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.1 ft3 | 4.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 37% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Porsche 911 Carrera
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 225 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Off-road navigation system | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 13% |
Option Package Details
Porsche 911 Carrera S
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 225 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Off-road navigation system | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 13% |
Option Package Details
Porsche 911 Targa
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 225 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Off-road navigation system | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 13% |
Option Package Details
Porsche 911 Targa S
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 225 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Off-road navigation system | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 13% |
Option Package Details
Porsche 911 Turbo
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 125 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
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