1990 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 730 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Ford Mustang. 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 (461 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 730. 2006 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 730 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 730 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
