1964 BMW 700 vs. 1966 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1966 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 700 would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Mustang weights approximately 519 kg more than 1964 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, 1966 Ford Mustang (85 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1966 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 1966 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 6385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 102.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| 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 | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
