2009 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Pontiac G5
To start off, both 2009 BMW M3 and 2009 Pontiac G5 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 261 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G5. (153 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G5.
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 Pontiac G5, 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 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G5. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2009 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | M3 | G5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
