1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 40 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 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
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, 2011 BMW 118 (350 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | 118 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
