2007 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2007 BMW M3 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 200 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M3 | A |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |