2007 BMW 323 vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 323 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323.
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, 2008 Ford Mustang (441 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323. 2007 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 323 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4605 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
