1968 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (365 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Ford Mustang. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Mustang.
Because 2012 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Taurus. (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 365 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2868 mm |
