2008 BMW 650 vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 BMW 650. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 BMW 650. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 650 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
