1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen W12 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 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen W12. (335 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen W12. 2002 Volkswagen W12 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. 2002 Volkswagen W12 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | W12 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 5982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 335 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |