2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 57 kg more than 2010 BMW 123.
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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (321 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2010 BMW 123 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 123 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |