2008 BMW 116 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 36 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 246 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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 (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 116 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
