1996 BMW 735 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 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
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 (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 735 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 735 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 105.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |