1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 38 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 549 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 2010 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 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, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (502 Nm). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang. 2010 Audi S6 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. 2010 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2010 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | S6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2847 mm |
