1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Ford Mustang. (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 748 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang. 2011 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1971 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | CC |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
