2007 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mahindra Bolero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mahindra Bolero would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1999 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | BMW | Mahindra |
| Model | M3 | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1700 kg |
