1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 142 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Altima |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |
