2009 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac G8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac G8 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G8. (361 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2008 Pontiac G8 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. 2008 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M3 | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | M3 | G8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 361 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |