1987 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1987 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 730.
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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 730 | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 730 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 105.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
