1975 BMW 520 vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 95 kg more than 1975 BMW 520. 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 520 | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 520 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |