2006 BMW M3 vs. 2002 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 320 would be higher. 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 213 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2002 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 320 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |