2009 BMW M6 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 374 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |