1980 BMW M5 vs. 1983 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1983 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M5 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1983 Ford Mustang. 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, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M5 | 1983 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |