2009 BMW 550 vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (317 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 550 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4601 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |