2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 7 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
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2008 BMW Z4 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z4 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |