2009 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Vector M12
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vector M12 should accelerate faster 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 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2005 Vector M12 | |
| Make | BMW | Vector |
| Model | M3 | M12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
