1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang 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 20 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 991 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X6 (406 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | X6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
