2007 BMW 320 vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang. 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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 320 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |