2006 BMW 525 vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang.
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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3797 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |