1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 381 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (502 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Mustang | Camaro |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 426 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 569 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2852 mm |