2003 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar R Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar R Coupe would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar R Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe weights approximately 293 kg more than 2003 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, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (300 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 2001 Jaguar R Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | R Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
