1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 923 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 171 kg more than 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 732 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
Model | Mustang | CCXR |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
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 | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
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 | 1280 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 |