1978 BMW 520 vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1192 kg more than 1978 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 520 | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 520 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2862 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |