2007 BMW 130 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 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) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
