2009 BMW 335 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, both 2009 BMW 335 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 199 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 335 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
