1995 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 13 kg more than 1995 BMW M3.
Because 1995 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
