2009 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Magnum 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 224 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 227 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Magnum. 2007 Dodge Magnum 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. 2007 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2007 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
