2002 BMW Z4 vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 24 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z4 weights approximately 210 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, 2002 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
