2006 BMW 525 vs. 2006 BMW M3
To start off, both 2006 BMW 525 and 2006 BMW M3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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, 2006 BMW M3 (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2006 BMW M3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | M3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3246 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |