1968 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Ford Mustang. (217 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1968 Ford Mustang. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | 335 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4733 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 61 L |
