1970 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 586 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 X6 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 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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X6. (406 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X6. 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Ford Mustang | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | X6 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7014 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 406 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2933 mm |