2008 BMW M6 vs. 2002 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mustang. (385 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mustang weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M6. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 2002 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |