2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 462 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen W12.
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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | W12 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 590 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |