1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 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 115 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325. 2011 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1971 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | 325 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
