2008 BMW 320 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 151 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 320 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |