2009 BMW 320 vs. 2007 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2007 BMW M3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | M3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |