2009 BMW 630 vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (590 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2009 BMW 630. (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 888 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang.
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, 1997 Ford Mustang (728 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 630. (320 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 630 | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 630 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 728 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
