2009 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 342 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M3 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |