1992 BMW 332 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 86 kg more than 1992 BMW 332. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 332 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
