1993 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Ford GT
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 11 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1993 BMW M3. (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M3. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M3 | 2004 Ford GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | GT |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
