2009 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Bentley Mulsane
To start off, 2013 Bentley Mulsane is newer by 4 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 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Mulsane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Mulsane (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Mulsane should accelerate faster 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, 2013 Bentley Mulsane (1,020 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 725 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Mulsane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2013 Bentley Mulsane 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. 2013 Bentley Mulsane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2013 Bentley Mulsane | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | M3 | Mulsane |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 6752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 1020 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2208 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3266 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 20.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 96 L |