1982 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta
To start off, 1982 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta would be higher. At 6,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (385 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta weights approximately 117 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang. 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, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Mustang. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Mustang | 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | |
Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
Model | Mustang | Berlinetta |
Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 596 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |