2008 BMW 650 vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 3 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, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 BMW 650. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 15 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 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 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 2011 BMW M3. 2008 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 650 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| 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 | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
