1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 BMW Pickster. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Pickster.
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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Pickster | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Pickster | Mustang |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |