1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (350 HP) has 182 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (556 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 120 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 556 Nm | 210 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |