Many car aficonados believe that today’s cars are not as impressive as the ones that were produced in the past. In this week’s edition of rides, we take a look at how new vehicles compare to their older incarnations. –a.r.
1973 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
The 1973 Ford Mustang weighed in at 3,198 pounds and also packed a heavy punch on the road. It came equipped with a 302 V8 engine and retailed at $3,102. In 2009, the Ford Mustang continues to make strides on the road with its 4.6-liter V8 engine that produces 300-hp and nimbly sprints to 60 mph in 5.2 seconds. The 2009 Ford Mustang starts at $27,200.
1968 Chevy Corvette vs. 2009 Chevy Corvette
The 1968 Corvette was the ultimate sports car. It could reach a top speed of 128 mph and zoom from 0 to 60 mph in 5.5 seconds. The 1968 starting price was $4,663. The 2009 Chevy Corvette is equipped with a LS9 motor that produces 620-hp and 595 pound-feet of torque. It hotfoots from 0 to 60 in 4.5 seconds and starts at $48,565.
1970 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
In 1970, the Dodge Charger came with a 440 V8 engine and reach 60 mph in 5.5 seconds. Its starting price was only $4,444. The 2009 Dodge Charger SRT features a Hemi V8 that produces 370-hp and 398 pound-feet of torque. The 2009 Charger can zoom from 0 to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds and starts at $39,995.
