2001 BMW 750 vs. 1985 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 BMW 750 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 750 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1985 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang. 2001 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 1985 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |
