2009 Audi A5 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 37 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 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 759 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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 (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5. 2009 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A5 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A5 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 5753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |