1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 27 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 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (168 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 27 kg more than 1999 GAZ 3111. 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 Ford Mustang (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Mustang | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 3380 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
