2009 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |