2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 6 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 44 more horse power than 2012 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 530.
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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 530 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |