1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 37 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 665 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 271 kg more than 2009 Koenigsegg CCX.
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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2009 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
Model | Mustang | CCX |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 400 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 | 1451 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |