2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 335 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |