1974 BMW Touring vs. 1983 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1983 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 248 kg more than 1974 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, 1983 Ford Mustang (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1983 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Mustang |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |