2006 BMW M3 vs. 2008 BMW M3
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. Both 2006 BMW M3 and 2008 BMW M3 are equipped with a 3,246 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 BMW M3 (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2008 BMW M3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | M3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |