1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1144 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (502 Nm). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Mustang | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 2630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3571 mm |
