1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 256 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. 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 (502 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Mustang | CL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2040 mm |
