2004 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 BMW M3. (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
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2004 BMW M3 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 529 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |