2007 BMW 550 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (330 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 550 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 502 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |