1988 BMW 524 vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 315 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 524 | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 524 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |