2009 BMW M3 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, both 2009 BMW M3 and 2009 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 273 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 320 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |