1990 BMW 730 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1990 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 98 kg more than 1990 BMW 730. 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 (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 730 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 730 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 1600 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |