2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (174 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 649 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320. 2004 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 2004 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | 320 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
