2008 BMW 650 vs. 2003 BMW M3
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (342 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 BMW M3. 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 2003 BMW M3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 650 | M3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |