2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 509 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 328 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |