2006 BMW M3 vs. 2010 BMW 750
To start off, 2010 BMW 750 is newer by 4 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 BMW M3. (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 750 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2006 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3. 2010 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 2010 BMW 750 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
