2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 187 kg more than 1972 Opel Admiral. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Admiral. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1972 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Admiral |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
