2009 BMW M3 vs. 1998 BMW Pickster
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. 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 97 more horse power than 1998 BMW Pickster. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Pickster.
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 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1998 BMW Pickster | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | Pickster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
