1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 39 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 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 633 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.
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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-150. (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-150. 2011 Ford F-150 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. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | F-150 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2287 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 98 L |