2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta would be higher. At 6,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. (385 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta weights approximately 108 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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 Monteverdi Berlinetta (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | |
Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
Model | Mustang | Berlinetta |
Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 596 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 125 L |