1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (305 HP) has 238 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2012 Ford Mustang.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | 109 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
