2009 BMW M3 vs. 1990 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1990 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |