2000 BMW 328 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang

To start off, both 2000 BMW 328 and 2000 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (192 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (408 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW 328 2000 Ford Mustang
Make BMW Ford
Model 328 Mustang
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2801 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 192 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 279 Nm 408 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1588 kg 1298 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2580 mm


 

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