1972 BMW 3 vs. 1995 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 BMW 3.
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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (272 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3. 1995 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1972 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 1995 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 3 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3003 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
