1992 BMW 320 vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 BMW 320.
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, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 320 | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 320 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |