2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1656 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 1966 Holden HD | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mustang | HD |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |