2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 77 kg more than 2010 BMW 128. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2010 BMW 128 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 128 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |