2002 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 10 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mustang weights approximately 112 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mustang | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 118 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |