1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 525 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |