1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 34 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (488 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Mustang | Savana |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 5963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 488 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3940 mm |