1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1974 Porsche 908
To start off, 1974 Porsche 908 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 820 kg more than 1974 Porsche 908.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1974 Porsche 908 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 908 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2195 cc |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 666 kg |