2009 BMW 535 vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2009 BMW 535 and 2009 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 535 | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 535 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |