2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 12 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 22 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 517 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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 2013 BMW 5 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
