2005 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
