2007 BMW 130 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (188 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
