2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 8 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 228 kg more than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C.
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, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
Make | Ford | McLaren |
Model | Mustang | MP4-12C |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 592 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1199 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |