2009 BMW 735 vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 BMW 735 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2009 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 735 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 735 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 735 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 360 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |