1986 BMW 325 vs. 1991 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1991 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 5 kg more than 1986 BMW 325.
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, 1986 BMW 325 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 1991 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |