YouTube channel CarWow has put vehicles to the test in a battle of straight-line speed, testing the likes of a Ford Mustang GT against a Shelby Cobra and Dodge Viper, as well as a Ford Transit Custom van on track with several other cargo vans. This time, CarWow has an S650 – or seventh-gen in layman’s terms – Mustang at its disposal, and it’s testing it against a BMW M2 to find out which one has more get-up-and-go.
The Ford Mustang, of course, is driven by good old naturally aspirated 5.0L Coyote V8 power with 486 horsepower, compared to the M2’s twin-turbocharged inline six-cylinder that throws 480 horsepower. Both vehicles tip the scales at around the same weight and appear to be evenly matched, at least before the green flag drops. The M2 has the clear cut advantage from the start, leaving the Mustang as a spec in its rearview as it easily gaps the American pony car.
When they get the go-ahead for the second match, the Ford Mustang again falls back as the BMW M2 experiences turbo lag. Even so, the Mustang can’t hold a candle to the M2, prompting its driver, Sam, to explore different shifting methods. He discovers that if he shifts too early, the Mustang hits the rev limited and holds it for longer than he’d like, but if he shifts just after 7,000 RPM, he can avoid that lag.
Their third race is much closer, although the M2 still breaks the line first. Onto the fourth race on the half-mile, which produces similar results. The BMW M2 is the winner in this matchup.
Just for fun, they throw a BMW X5, which is Sam’s personal vehicle, on track against the Ford Mustang. The crossover packs 381 horsepower. Initially, the X5 gets off the line first, but the Mustang picks up speed about halfway through the run and powers past the crossover, finally giving a win to The Blue Oval.
Comments
Way to sand bag the Mustang GT auto the guy used the paddles shifters which is not the fastest way. The Mustang Gt should have been in spot, auto should be doing the shifting and they should have disable the advance track. Leave to a bunch of euro’s to sandbag the Mustang GT.
Hey Ford ! How about you get a grip on reality and get some common sense Mustangs out there we can actually afford to buy ! It’s way past time for a Mustang II like we had in the late 1970’s again. Farley … there is a old saying that is true right now more than ever. “There’s more action in the minors than in the majors” … hidden meaning, you’ve got more $25K buyers than you have $45K buyers. I’d take a front wheel drive Mustang II today, style it close to what we had an enjoyed in the late 1970’s. And don’t make the same mistake again like you’ve done for the tired time with nameplates like Thunderbird an Mustang … someone made the decision to make them “bloated” and larger … and then they stopped selling. Balls in your court.