2008 BMW M3 vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, both 2008 BMW M3 and 2008 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 BMW 335. 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 335 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 2008 BMW 335 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 335 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 5.5 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 | 1655 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |