1987 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1987 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Mustang | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | 328 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2761 mm |
