2001 BMW 745 vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1156 kg more than 2001 BMW 745.
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, 2001 BMW 745 (390 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
