1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. (365 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car.
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, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (679 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Mustang. (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | 442 Indy Pace Car | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
