2002 BMW 760 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2002 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2002 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 760 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 760 | M3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 438 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.5 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |