1996 BMW 530 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 530. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 530 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |