1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP) has 319 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 648 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Corsair | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
