2009 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2009 BMW M3 and 2009 Citroen C8 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 258 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Because 2009 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | M3 | C8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |