I have to say my first drive of the e46 M3 surprised the fuck out of me... However after test driving a C2 996 the bimmer lost its appeal
Straight line acceleration is similar but the Porsche still clinches (ass dyno at work)
IMO if you're coming in here with the "4 seats" or "bigger trunk" arguments, you're in the wrong thread talking about the wrong type of car. I'm sure Chrysler has a section on their website where you can discuss what minivan best suits your wife and 8 kids