1941 Aston Martin 15 vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1971 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Aston Martin 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Aston Martin 15 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 495 kg more than 1941 Aston Martin 15.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Aston Martin 15 | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | 15 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1941 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1950 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 330 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1615 kg |