2009 BMW 650 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 650 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2009 BMW 650. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 BMW 650. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 650 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 856 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |