1979 BMW 728 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 728 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 BMW 728. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 27 kg more than 1979 BMW 728. 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 728. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 728 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 728 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
