1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 249 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Mustang | 109 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |