2008 BMW 630 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 BMW 630. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
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 (410 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 630 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 630 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
