2009 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |