1968 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 44 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 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2012 BMW 535. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 535.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | 535 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3071 mm |
