1995 BMW S3 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 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), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1995 BMW S3. (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 80 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | S3 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| 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 | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
