2002 BMW 760 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 856 kg more than 2004 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, 2002 BMW 760 (601 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.

Compare all specifications:

2002 BMW 760 2004 Ford Mustang
Make BMW Ford
Model 760 Mustang
Year Released 2002 2004
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 3802 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 438 HP 191 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 601 Nm 298 Nm
Engine Bore Size 88.9 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 9.3:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2154 kg 1298 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.7 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 20.5 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.6 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 59 L


 

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