1965 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1965 Ford Mustang. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1965 Ford Mustang. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Mustang | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | W12 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4261 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
