2007 BMW M5 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 M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 BMW M5. (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M5. 2007 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
