1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 39 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, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 42 kg more than 2011 BMW 123.
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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2011 BMW 123 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 123 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 51 L |