1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (414 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 198 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G8.
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 Pontiac G8 (563 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang. 2009 Pontiac G8 has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Mustang | G8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
