1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 11 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 113 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 68 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mustang | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 118 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |