1966 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 AC 428
To start off, 1975 AC 428 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 AC 428 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
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, 1975 AC 428 (639 Nm) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 1975 AC 428 | |
| Make | Ford | AC |
| Model | Mustang | 428 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
