2008 BMW 118 vs. 1992 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Mustang weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 BMW 118.
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, 1992 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 118 | 1992 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 118 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |