2009 BMW 320 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 91 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (200 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
