1999 BMW 845 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 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 845 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 130 more horse power than 1999 BMW 845. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 845. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 845 weights approximately 115 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 845. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 845.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 845 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 845 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1635 kg |
