1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 13 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 12 more horse power than 2012 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 668 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang. 2012 BMW X6 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. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Ford Mustang | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | X6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |