1990 BMW M3 vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 470 kg more than 1990 BMW M3. 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3. 1994 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
