1982 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 957 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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 X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Mustang. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Mustang. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Mustang | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | X5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2934 mm |
