1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 41 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP) has 192 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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 (502 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | A3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2578 mm |
