1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Mustang | Defender |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 93 L |