2009 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept 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 276 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M3 | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
