BMW M6 vs. Ford Mustang
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the BMW M6 and Ford Mustang contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the BMW M6 and the Ford Mustang.
When comparing the BMW M6's and the Ford Mustang's specifications and ratings, the BMW M6 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Ford Mustang has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the BMW M6's and the Ford Mustang's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2018 BMW M6 ranges from $35,995 to $66,361 while a used 2018 Ford Mustang is priced between $15,700 to $32,493.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the BMW M6’s base engine makes 552 horsepower, and the Ford Mustang base engine makes 310 horsepower. The M6 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles. The Mustang is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 434 miles. This gives the Ford Mustang the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW M6. The M6 uses premium unleaded, and the Mustang uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The BMW M6 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Ford Mustang has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$122,300
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$31,180
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Sports Cars)
$29,002
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Sports Cars)
$24,995 - $41,820
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$50,932
Price Range:
$35,995 - $66,361
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
85,200
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$21,931
Price Range:
$15,700 - $32,493
Category Avg Price:
(Sports Cars)
$26,208
Category Avg Price Range:
(Sports Cars)
$21,323 - $30,455
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
507
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
55,353
# Good or Great Deals:
185
BMW M6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Mustang Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW M6
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Mustang
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
2.9
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Sports Cars)
7.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Sports Cars)
2.9 - 9.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.3%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.9
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
1.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
0.9 - 5.9
BMW M6 Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Mustang Rankings
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15 out of / 15Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW M6 Trim Levels
Base, Gran Coupe
Ford Mustang Trim Levels
EcoBoost, EcoBoost Premium, GT Premium, GT, Shelby GT350, Shelby GT350R
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
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
552 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
502 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.122 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
350 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.084 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
295 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
310 / 434 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.6 inches
Cargo Space:
10.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
44.7 inches
Cargo Space:
11.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
79.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4515 lbs
Width:
82.9 inches
Height:
53.9 inches
Length:
193 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3706 lbs
Width:
81.9 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
188.3 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/40ZR19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Citrin Black Metallic / Ruby Black Metallic
Blue
San Marino Blue Metallic / Tanzanite Blue Metallic
Brown
Frozen Bronze Metallic
Gray
Moonstone Metallic / Singapore Gray Metallic / Space Gray Metallic
Orange
Sakhir Orange Metallic
Silver
Silverstone Metallic
White
Alpine White / Frozen Brilliant White Metallic
Red
Not available
Yellow
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Shadow Black
Blue
Kona Blue / Lightning Blue
Brown
Not available
Gray
Magnetic
Orange
Orange Fury Metallic Tri-Coat
Silver
Ingot Silver
White
Oxford White
Red
Race Red / Royal Crimson Metallic Tinted Clearcoat / Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Yellow
Triple Yellow Tri-Coat
Interior Colors
Beige
Champagne
Black
Black
Brown
Amaro Brown / Aragon Brown / Canyon Brown
Gray
Platinum/Black / Silverstone
Orange
Sakhir Orange/Black
Red
Sakhir Orange/Black
White
Opal White
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Ebony
Brown
Not available
Gray
Dark Ceramic
Orange
Not available
Red
Not available
White
Not available
