1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 36 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 92 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525. 2008 BMW 525 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. 2008 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2008 BMW 525 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 525 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
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 | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 75.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |