2009 BMW 120 vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang. 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 120 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |