2007 BMW 650 vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (173 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1981 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 650 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2560 mm |