2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Victor.
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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 1972 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Mustang | Victor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |