2012 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320.
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, both vehicles can yield 380 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 320 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
