1988 BMW M5 vs. 1992 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1992 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1992 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, 1988 BMW M5 (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 1992 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |