2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1481 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. 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 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2008 BMW 316 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 316 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |