2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 8 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520.
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, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | 520 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
