2009 BMW M6 vs. 1969 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 109 kg more than 1969 Ford Mustang. 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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Mustang. (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Mustang.
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2009 BMW M6 | 1969 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |