2008 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Durango. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 624 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
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 @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Durango. 2012 Dodge Durango 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. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |
