1992 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 188 kg more than 1992 BMW 325. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (411 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
