2001 BMW M vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 1 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 253 kg more than 2001 BMW M. 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 (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M | Mustang |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3300 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 273 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |