1977 BMW 728 vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 728 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1977 BMW 728. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 728 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 728. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 728 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 728 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |
