2008 BMW 116 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 240 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 116 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
