1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 AC 428
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AC 428 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1994 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, 1972 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang. 1972 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 1972 AC 428 | |
Make | Ford | AC |
Model | Mustang | 428 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 639 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |