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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (141 HP @ 4000 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. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 61 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 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Altima |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2675 mm |