1995 BMW 528 vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1995 BMW 528. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 47 kg more than 1995 BMW 528. 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 528. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 528 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
