2008 BMW M3 vs. 2007 BMW 650

To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 BMW M3. (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW M3 2007 BMW 650
Make BMW BMW
Model M3 650
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3246 cc 4797 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 339 HP 362 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 490 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.2 seconds 5.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1380 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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