2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Ford GT 500
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (414 Nm). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2007 Ford GT 500 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | GT 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 678 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |