1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang. 2008 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mustang | 2008 BMW 530 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 530 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |