2006 BMW 650 vs. 1966 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1966 Ford Mustang. (320 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 551 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang. 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 1966 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 650 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 6385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
