2007 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1992 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1992 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
