2009 BMW 335 vs. 1979 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Mustang (209 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1979 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3273 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
