2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2002 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2002 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z9 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
