2001 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 BMW M3. (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M3 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 273 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |