1996 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1293 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
