2009 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 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 172 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 170 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
