1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 1971 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mustang | 408 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
