1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 40 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 BMW X6. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 699 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (502 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang. 2012 BMW X6 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. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | X6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2933 mm |
