2007 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Toyota Aygo

To start off, 2010 Toyota Aygo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M3 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 271 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2010 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2010 Toyota Aygo, 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Aygo.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW M3 2010 Toyota Aygo
Make BMW Toyota
Model M3 Aygo
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3245 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 338 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 71 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 157 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.5 seconds 14.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 3405 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1615 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 4.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.1 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 35 L


 

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