1976 BMW 633 vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 633 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 BMW 633. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 245 kg more than 1976 BMW 633. 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 633.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 633 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 633 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
