1997 BMW M3 vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW M3 | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |