2007 BMW M vs. 2001 BMW M3
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 BMW M3. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 BMW M.
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, 2007 BMW M (355 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (330 Nm). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 2001 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M | M3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
