2009 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mahindra Commander 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 352 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mahindra Commander will offer significantly more control. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2001 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | BMW | Mahindra |
| Model | M3 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
