1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 437 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Centura | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
