1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 41 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1971 Ford Mustang. (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 695 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.
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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Mustang | DBS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2741 mm |
