1995 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 18 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 315 kg more than 1995 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M3. 2013 Ford E-Series has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 BMW M3 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | E-Series |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.06:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 150 L |