1975 BMW 520 vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 520 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 520 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
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 | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |