2009 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (400 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 172 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |