1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 193 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Mustang | Corvette |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |