2009 BMW 335 vs. 1993 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1993 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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1993 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 335 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |