2009 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 690 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2012 Zenvo ST1.
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 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1030 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | BMW | Zenvo |
| Model | M3 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3055 mm |
