1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 508 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 508 (201 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang.
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 Peugeot 508, 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 508. (338 Nm). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 508.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mustang | 508 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4792 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2817 mm |
