2009 Honda Fit vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Fit would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Fit | M3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
