2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4. 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 503 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
