2009 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 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 313 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500.
Because 2009 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |