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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.

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2023 BMW M8

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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

Luxury Sports Cars with Best Resale Value

34 / 40

iSeeCars Rankings

1 / 14

Most Reliable Sports Cars

1 / 14
1 / 14

Sports Cars with Best Resale Value

1 / 14
1 / 6
3 / 14

Summary Review

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Pros and Cons

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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