2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 317 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 120 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |