2009 BMW M3 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 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 98 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (316 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
