1993 BMW M5 vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1998 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M5 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1998 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, 1993 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW M5 | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |