2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 BMW M5
To start off, 2012 BMW M5 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M5 (560 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang.
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 M5 (680 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (410 Nm). This means 2012 BMW M5 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 M5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | M5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1455 mm |
