1972 Buick GS vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mustang weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Buick GS. 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mustang. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | GS | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
