2006 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5408 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 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 | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |