2009 BMW 335 vs. 1983 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ford Mustang (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3797 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| 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 |
