2006 BMW M3 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 3 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. 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 186 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 120 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
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 | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 8.4 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 | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |