1968 Ford Corsair vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 830 kg more than 1968 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Corsair | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Corsair | Mustang |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |