1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1992 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Mustang | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 535 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |