2003 BMW M3 vs. 2004 BMW 745
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 BMW 745. (310 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2003 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, 2004 BMW 745 (451 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 2004 BMW 745 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 745 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 451 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |