2008 BMW 550 vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2786 cc |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
