2004 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 2004 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. (278 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2007 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
