2005 BMW 330 vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (173 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |