1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 692 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | T5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
