1985 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (211 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 BMW M5.
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 (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M5. (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW M5 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
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 | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |