2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1972 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 373 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.

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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet SSR 1972 Ford Mustang
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model SSR Mustang
Year Released 2006 1972
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 4941 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 401 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 76.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 8.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1451 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2780 mm


 

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