1988 BMW 535 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 535 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1988 BMW 535. (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 535. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 535. 1988 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 BMW 535 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 535 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1480 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |