2007 BMW 550 vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mustang. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2012 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, 2007 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mustang. (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 550 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |