2003 BMW 530 vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530.
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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang. 1994 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
