2005 BMW 318 vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 11 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 204 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 318 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |