BMW M8 vs. Ford Mustang
When we compare the BMW M8 to the Ford Mustang, the BMW M8 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Ford Mustang has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the BMW M8 versus the Ford Mustang, the Ford Mustang is a better car than the BMW M8.
BMW M8 versus Ford Mustang Pricing
For a new model, the BMW M8's price is between $137,070 and $161,058, with the Ford Mustang priced between $31,492 and $64,335.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW M8’s base engine makes 617 horsepower, and the Ford Mustang base engine makes 310 horsepower. The M8 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 442 miles. The Mustang is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. The M8 uses premium unleaded, and the Mustang uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are sports cars, the Ford Mustang has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The BMW M8 has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Ford Mustang has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$137,070 - $161,058
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
47.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$31,492 - $64,335
Used Asking Price:
$30,528 - $64,383
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
21%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
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Ranking
34 out of / 40iSeeCars Rankings
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1 out of / 14Most Reliable Sports Cars
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1 out of / 14Ranking
1 out of / 14Sports Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
1 out of / 14Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 14Summary Review
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Summary Review
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Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Competition
Trim Levels
EcoBoost, EcoBoost Premium, GT Premium
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:
617 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
553 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.144 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
350 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.089 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 / 22 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
302 / 442 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):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
326 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
33.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
46.9 inches
Cargo Space:
14.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
81.0 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:
34.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
82.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4295 lbs
Width:
84.1 inches
Height:
53.6 inches
Length:
191.8 inches
Wheelbase:
111.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3491 lbs
Width:
81.9 inches
Height:
54.3 inches
Length:
188.5 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
275/35R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum
Tire Size:
P235/55R17
