2008 BMW X3 vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2001 BMW M | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X3 | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 51 L |
