2011 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2011 BMW M3 and 2011 Renault Symbol were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP) has 340 more horse power than 2011 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2011 Renault Symbol. 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, 2011 Renault Symbol, 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) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW M3 | 2011 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M3 | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4615 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1424 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
