1994 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 18 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, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (212 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1994 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.
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1994 Ford Mustang | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 335 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |