1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 38 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, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 136 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 335 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 61 L |