1987 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW M6 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. 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, 1987 BMW M6 (334 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1987 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW M6 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 326 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |