2008 Saturn Sky vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saturn Sky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saturn Sky would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Saturn Sky. 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Saturn Sky | 2013 BMW M3 | |
Make | Saturn | BMW |
Model | Sky | M3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4618 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |