2002 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mustang | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | 325 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
