1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR 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 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 549 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 474 kg more than 2006 Koenigsegg CCR.
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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2006 Koenigsegg CCR | |
Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
Model | Mustang | CCR |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 816 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 920 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 394 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2659 mm |