2008 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. 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 M3 (365 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | Vamos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
