1963 BMW 1800 vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 1800 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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, 2009 Ford Mustang (326 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1800 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
