2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP) has 226 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 599 kg more than 2011 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
