1991 BMW M12 vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW M12 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW M12.
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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mustang. (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M12 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
