2009 BMW 635 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 BMW 635. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 635.
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 635 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang. 2009 BMW 635 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 635 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 635 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 635 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
