2001 BMW Z9 vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 BMW Z9 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z9 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1978 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 Z9 (597 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (197 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z9 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2560 mm |
