1970 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Ford GT 500
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (217 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1970 Ford Mustang. 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.
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1970 Ford Mustang | 2007 Ford GT 500 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | GT 500 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4733 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |