2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 786 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 5753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 87 L |
