1970 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 601 kg more than 1970 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (600 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Ford Mustang | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | X5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7014 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 600 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2933 mm |