1988 BMW 535 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1988 BMW 535. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 121 kg more than 1988 BMW 535. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (515 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 535. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 61 L |
