2004 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Concept C
To start off, both 2004 BMW M3 and 2004 Volkswagen Concept C were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Concept C. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Concept C.
Because 2004 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Concept C, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M3 (355 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Concept C. (200 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Concept C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2004 Volkswagen Concept C | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M3 | Concept C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
