1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 129 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | 325 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |
