1990 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |