2007 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mustang.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mustang. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mustang. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mustang | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
