1973 BMW Touring vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Mustang |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |