2001 BMW M vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 259 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M | Mustang |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |