2007 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 312 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
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, 2011 Honda Odyssey, 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 (366 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Odyssey. 2011 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1967 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
