2008 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2013 Ford Mustang. (438 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 will offer significantly more control. 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Mustang. (515 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Mustang.
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2008 BMW M5 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1651 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |