1981 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang.
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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 118 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |