2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9.
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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z9 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 503 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |
