2004 BMW M3 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M3 would be higher. 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 21 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
