1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Maybach 62
To start off, 2005 Maybach 62 is newer by 33 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, 2005 Maybach 62 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1319 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, 2005 Maybach 62 (900 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (502 Nm). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang. 2005 Maybach 62 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. 2005 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2005 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Ford | Maybach |
Model | Mustang | 62 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 900 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3830 mm |