2009 BMW 125 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, both 2009 BMW 125 and 2009 BMW M3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125.
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, 2009 BMW M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 125 | M3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |