2008 BMW 650 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 BMW 650. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 650. 2003 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 650 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |