1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Avanti Avanti

To start off, 1975 Avanti Avanti is newer by 3 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 94 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.

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 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (443 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Avanti Avanti. 1975 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Ford Mustang 1975 Avanti Avanti
Make Ford Avanti
Model Mustang Avanti
Year Released 1972 1975
Engine Size 5752 cc 6570 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 330 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 502 Nm 443 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1486 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2780 mm


 

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