2003 BMW M3 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 4 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 42 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
