1998 BMW 318 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 BMW 318.
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, 1972 Ford Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
