2003 BMW M3 vs. 2009 BMW 760
To start off, 2009 BMW 760 is newer by 6 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 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 705 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, 2009 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3. 2009 BMW 760 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. 2009 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 2009 BMW 760 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2090 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 Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
