1962 BMW 1800 vs. 1991 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1991 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 217 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. 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, 1991 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 1991 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1800 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
