BMW M5 vs. Ford Mustang
When comparing the BMW M5's and the Ford Mustang's specifications and ratings, the BMW M5 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Ford Mustang has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the BMW M5's and the Ford Mustang's specifications and ratings, the Ford Mustang is a better car than the BMW M5.
BMW M5 vs. Ford Mustang Pricing
A used 2023 BMW M5 ranges from $99,887 to $129,721 while a used 2024 Ford Mustang is priced between $32,848 to $81,617. For a new model, the BMW M5's price is between $119,495 and $144,020, with the Ford Mustang priced between $32,930 and $70,071.
BMW M5 vs. Ford Mustang Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW M5 loses 54.2 percent of its value and the Ford Mustang loses 21 percent of its value. This means the Ford Mustang retains 33.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW M5.
BMW M5 vs. Ford Mustang Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW M5 is 7.6 out of 10 while the Ford Mustang's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the BMW M5 being ranked 15 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Ford Mustang being ranked 1 out of 15 Best Sports Cars.
BMW M5 vs. Ford Mustang Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW M5 is 7.8 out of 10. For the Ford Mustang the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the Ford Mustang a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW M5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW M5’s base engine makes 600 horsepower, and the Ford Mustang base engine makes 315 horsepower. The M5 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles. The Mustang is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 528 miles. This gives the Ford Mustang the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW M5. The M5 uses premium unleaded, and the Mustang uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW M5, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Ford Mustang, a sports car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Ford Mustang has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
119495 - 144020
Used Asking Price:
99887 - 129721
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.542258
Pricing
New Asking Price:
32930 - 70071
Used Asking Price:
32848 - 81617
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.2103
BMW M5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.605462 / 10
Reliability:
7.810924 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Ford Mustang Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.294082 / 10
Reliability:
8.388164 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW M5 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 7Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 20Ford Mustang Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 11Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW M5 Trim Levels
Base
Ford Mustang Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
600 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
553 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.138 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
315 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
350 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.088 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
302 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 33 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 528 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
14 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
103.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4345 lbs
Width:
83.7 inches
Height:
58 inches
Length:
196.4 inches
Wheelbase:
117.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3579 lbs
Width:
81.9 inches
Height:
55 inches
Length:
189.4 inches
Wheelbase:
107 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/40R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R17