2007 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2002 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |