2002 BMW 735 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 735 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP) has 146 more horse power than 2002 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 735 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 735. 2002 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 735 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 735 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
