1961 BMW 700 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 BMW 700 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 700 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 59 L |