2002 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 2 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 380 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 BMW M3 (480 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3997 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1480 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
