2005 BMW M3 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 8 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 233 kg more than 2005 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 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |