2006 BMW M3 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 5 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 180 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 120 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
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 | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |