2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Ford Capri
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1972 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 505 kg more than 1972 Ford Capri. 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1972 Ford Capri | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Capri |
Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1305 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |