2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 29 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mustang | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
