2005 BMW 325 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |
