2009 BMW M3 vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 3 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 BMW 650. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 530 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 650 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |