2009 BMW 335 vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 335 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4000 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 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
