1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 181 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.
Because 2012 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti M. 2012 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Mustang | M |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |
