1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 BMW X5 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M is newer by 41 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, 2013 BMW X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 M weights approximately 908 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.
Because 2013 BMW X5 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang. 2013 BMW X5 M 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. 2013 BMW X5 M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Ford Mustang | 2013 BMW X5 M | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | X5 M |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1764 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 85 L |