1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Explorer | M3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2761 mm |
