2008 BMW 328 vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2008 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 328 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
