1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 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 100 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Mustang | 2011 BMW 328 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 328 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 503 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |