1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 30 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 121 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. 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 (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2002 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mustang | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
