1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 41 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 661 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Turbo | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
