2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 5 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 275 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
