Originally Posted by slaaw

I always read lots of posts comparing these two cars, especially when one is considering the purchase of either one. I'm somewhat puzzled and curious as to why that's so. The M3 is a four-seater and granted, the 911 (GT3 excepted) has rear seats but does anyone realistically consider it a four-seater? Although there may some similarities between the 911 and M3, there are other cars that seem to be more comparable to the 911 as a pure sports car, such as the NSX or Corvette. The rarity of the NSX may explain why it's not considered as often, but the Vettes are abundant, produce outstanding power and handle very well at the track. Other than magazine comparison tests, I can't recall ever reading posts comparing the 911 and Vette as purchase choices. So, why aren't more buyers comparing these two instead? Is it more a German vs. American thing (brand conscious)? I'm just interested in hearing some of your thoughts on this.

Originally Posted by slaaw

Other than magazine comparison tests, I can't recall ever reading posts comparing the 911 and Vette as purchase choices.

Originally Posted by slaaw

So, why aren't more buyers comparing these two instead?

Originally Posted by CosmosC4S

That's an arrogant perception.....

Originally Posted by rcronin

The V is one of those cars that was built with a lot of passion and intent but when the clock rang 12 the pencils were put down and the car went out the door sort of unfinished. Part of the V looks like they were right on track and then the inside kind of falls down on style points. Whoever is in charge of material choices at GM should be canned.
For the money it's a great car. No issues or warranty claims since 2004 (knock on wood). Tires and brakes have been the only expenses thus far.
Truly you get what you pay for with the V.
For the record, we almost bought an M5 but went with the V instead.

Originally Posted by murphyslaw1978

A few reasons:

1.) Both cars are meant for daily driving
2.) Both cars have made attempts at carrying more than 2 passengers
3.) Both cars have trunk space
4.) Germany vs Germany. Bavaria vs Stuttgart. Which German region builds a better car? I'd bet that if Mercedes-Benz was in the performance game, there would be a comparison among these 3 German makes. But they compete in the luxury segment, so they get a bye.

Originally Posted by Benjamin Choi

Here's how I break it down for the Kraut manufacturers:

MB - Biggest power output; not great at tickling the driving senses; awesome tourers for the most part and very practical

Bimmer - Moderate power output; good balance of sporting fun and practicality; the liberal designer

P-car - Mod to big power output; the best sporting driving experience; a great story in motorsport

I like them all for what they have to offer, but I'm definitely more of a BMW/Porsche fan than MB. As I get older, that may shift to MB/Porsche.

Originally Posted by Ray S

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