1994 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (212 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang.
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. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Mustang | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | 525 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
