1990 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 427 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
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 | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |