2007 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Because 2007 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
