2008 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 434 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2840 mm |
