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 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 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.
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, 2010 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 335 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 57 L |