1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Mustang | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | Z4 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 503 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |