1977 BMW 520 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 63 kg more than 1977 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 520 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 520 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 273 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |