1994 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3.
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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | Z3 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |