2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 35 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 19 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.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera, 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Brera | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |
