1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | X6 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2933 mm |