1999 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330. 1999 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1635 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
