2009 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 217 more horse power than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru BRZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M3 | BRZ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
