1989 BMW 518 vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 518 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1989 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1696 kg more than 1989 BMW 518. 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 518 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 518 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
