1972 BMW 2002 vs. 1991 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1991 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 270 kg more than 1972 BMW 2002. 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, 1991 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 2002 | 1991 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2002 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
