1967 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1967 Ford Mustang. (217 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1218 kg more than 1967 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.
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1967 Ford Mustang | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | F-150 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4733 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |