2001 BMW M vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M | 335 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |