1996 BMW 540 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 517 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 540 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 447 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |