1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 368 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1602 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
