2009 BMW M3 vs. 2001 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 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 266 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2001 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 320 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |