1979 BMW 732 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 732 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 BMW 732. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 162 kg more than 1979 BMW 732. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 732. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 732 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 732 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |