2009 BMW M3 vs. 2006 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 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 81 more horse power than 2006 BMW M3. (333 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2006 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2006 BMW M3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | M3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |