1972 BMW Turbo 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 Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 276 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
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) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1991 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1991 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Turbo | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
