2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 12 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 116 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |