2008 BMW X5 vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 503 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 75 L |
