2008 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 BMW M3 and 2008 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 210 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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. 2008 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW M3 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | M3 | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |