2009 BMW M3 vs. 2009 BMW 740
To start off, both 2009 BMW M3 and 2009 BMW 740 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) has 112 more horse power than 2009 BMW 740. (302 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 625 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 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 740. 2009 BMW 740 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. 2009 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M3 | 2009 BMW 740 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 740 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 302 HP |
Torque | 401 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |