1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera 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, 1999 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 594 kg more than 1999 TVR Chimaera.
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 (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Mustang | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 57 L |