1978 BMW M1 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 87 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
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, 2005 Ford Mustang (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW M1 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M1 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 100.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 61 L |