1995 BMW S3 vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 BMW S3. (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2011 Ford Mustang.
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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | S3 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
