2007 BMW M6 vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2013 BMW X3. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 BMW M6.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X3. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M6 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
