1995 BMW 317 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 317. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 317 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 137 kg more than 1995 BMW 317. 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 317.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 317 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 317 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
