1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2007 TVR Sagaris 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 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Sagaris (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 TVR Sagaris.
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, 2007 TVR Sagaris (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2007 TVR Sagaris | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Mustang | Sagaris |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |