2002 BMW M3 vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW M3 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
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 Indigo (549 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW M3. 2002 BMW M3 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Indigo has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW M3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
