1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 654 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 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang. 2012 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Mustang | Ram |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 98 L |
