2009 BMW 550 vs. 2004 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 BMW M3. (317 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
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 550 (489 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2004 BMW M3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 550 | M3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 355 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |