Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Mustang | BMW 1-Series | |
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Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 104.7 in | 2.4 in |
Length | 188.5 in | 171.7 in | 16.8 in |
Width | 73.9 in | 68.8 in | 5.1 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 56.0 in | -0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3501 lb. | 3252 lb. | 249 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 37.9 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 54.0 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 0.0 in | 53.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.4 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 37.1 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 53.4 in | -5.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.8 in | 0.0 in | 46.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.8 in | 32.0 in | -2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 72.2 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.4 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 | 3.4 ft3 |
2014 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
This "why not" should not come as a surprise. Neither the Mustang nor the Audi has much rear legroom. Plus in the Mustang my head was pressed against the rear window, and I'm only 5-9. The Mustang coupe's rear seat is viable only for people up to 5-6 or so in height. The Audi has a little more rear headroom. As does the Mustang convertible. If you will be putting people into the rear seat of the Mustang, you should turn off the "easy entry" feature. When it's activated, this feature automatically motors the seat backward when the engine is shut off, reducing rear legroom to near zero. I was nearly trapped when I turned the engine off while sitting in the back seat to take photos. If you want a V8-powered coupe with a roomy rear seat, get a Dodge Challenger. Both the Mustang and the RS 5 do a better job of transporting luggage than rear seat passengers. Both trunks have about as much capacity as that of the average compact sedan. see full Ford Mustang review |
2014 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 2dr Coupe 420-horsepower 5.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Without the sunroof, there is adequate headroom, legroom, and hiproom for taller drivers (6'6"+). The seats are supportive and comfortable for longer drives. This car makes a competent "daily driver" in fair weather. see full Ford Mustang review |
2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Sport seats are great see full BMW 1-Series review |
2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Either young children for longer drives or most adults for trips below 30-40 miles each way. Just a "small car" (though with more rear-room that Lexus 250-350 4-door series!). see full BMW 1-Series review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Impractical for adults for anything but short runs see full BMW 1-Series review |