2005 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 BMW M3.
Because 2005 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 2005 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7, 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, 2005 BMW M3 (337 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | BMW | Luxgen |
| Model | M3 | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1768 mm |
