2000 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 243 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 318 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |