2009 BMW M3 vs. 2005 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 BMW 750. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2005 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2005 BMW 750 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
