2007 BMW M5 vs. 2006 BMW M3
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 BMW M5.
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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3. 2007 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 2006 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
