2007 BMW M3 vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 630 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 84 more horse power than 2005 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 BMW 630. 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 2005 BMW 630 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 630 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |