1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Citroen C6
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C6 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C6, 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 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang. 2012 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Mustang | C6 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |