1972 Peugeot 504 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 368 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 504. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Peugeot 504 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 504 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
