2005 BMW 535 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 535 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 BMW 535. (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 BMW 535. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 535. (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 535 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |