1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 35 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, 2007 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 111 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 2007 Lexus RX 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, 2007 Lexus RX 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Mustang | RX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |
