1986 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 992 kg more than 1986 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Mustang. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Mustang | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3210 mm |
