2009 BMW M3 vs. 2011 BMW 760
To start off, 2011 BMW 760 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 760 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2009 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2011 BMW 760 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. 2011 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2011 BMW 760 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 535 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
