2003 BMW M3 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 3 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 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 121 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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 330 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |