1986 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1986 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1986 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Crown Victoria. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Crown Victoria. 1986 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Crown Victoria | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Crown Victoria | M3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2761 mm |
