1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 16 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 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 107 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 120 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4655 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |