2006 BMW M3 vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 BMW M3. (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2009 BMW 650 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 650 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.4 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 | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |