1996 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2013 Ford Flex. (281 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 474 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
Because 2013 Ford Flex is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Flex |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
