1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 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 138 more horse power than 2011 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1966 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (270 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang. 1966 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
