2009 BMW M3 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 2 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 94 more horse power than 2011 BMW 335. (320 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 290 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, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
