2008 BMW 130 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 BMW 130. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 BMW 130. 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |
