1996 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 BMW 525. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |