2006 BMW 116 vs. 1995 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 1995 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 116 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
