2009 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall VX220 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 197 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | M3 | VX220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |
