1994 BMW M3 vs. 2005 BMW 748
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1994 BMW M3. (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1994 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M3 | 2005 BMW 748 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 748 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
