2006 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 5,461 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 BMW M3. (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M3 | R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 5461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
