2000 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1171 kg more than 2000 BMW 330. 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 330 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |