1995 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mustang | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |