2009 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (376 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |