1993 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (256 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 22 kg more than 1993 BMW M3.
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, 1999 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M3. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW M3 | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |