2006 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 6 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 238 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 438 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M3 | Fit |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |