2009 BMW 635 vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 635. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 635 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 BMW 635. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mustang. (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mustang. 2009 BMW 635 has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2012 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.
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2009 BMW 635 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 635 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |