1987 BMW 318 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1987 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 685 kg more than 1987 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Mustang (515 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 318 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
