1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Mustang (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Mustang | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Bantam |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |