2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 13 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 801 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.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (414 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2968 mm |
