2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1971 Ginetta G21
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ginetta G21 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1971 Ginetta G21. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 229 kg more than 1971 Ginetta G21. 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ginetta G21. (123 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1971 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Mustang | G21 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
