1969 Opel GT vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel GT | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | GT | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1100 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |
