1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 17 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, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (556 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW M5. (519 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 2013 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | M5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4863 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1846 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2889 mm |
