1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 407 is newer by 32 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 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 130 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.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mustang | 407 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |
