2009 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 would be higher. 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 226 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M3 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M3 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |