1992 BMW 332 vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1971 Ford Mustang. (251 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang. 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, 1992 BMW 332 (350 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 332 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 4726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
