2001 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 BMW M3 (502 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. (369 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
