1999 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 320 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 320 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 320 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |