2003 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
