1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 BMW 645
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 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, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang. 2008 BMW 645 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 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2008 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | 645 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
