2001 BMW M3 vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 BMW 640. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 640. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
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 640 (630 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (502 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 640 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
