The New and Classic Mustang: A Tale of Two Cars

As we stand before the 2015 Ford Mustang GT, it's hard not to feel a sense of awe at its sleek design and advanced technology. With an independent rear suspension and the latest innovations, this car is truly the most advanced Mustang ever built. But for some enthusiasts, nothing compares to the iconic 1967 Mustang GT, with its nostalgic charm and raw power.

The 67 Mustang GT is a true beauty, with its metallic inlays, original twin cow dashboard, and Art Deco font that highlight the Vintage Mustang as distinctly American. The car's interior design was a labor of love in the 60s, and it shows in every detail. However, when comparing the new Mustang GT to this classic model, it's clear that they have some similarities, but also some significant differences.

One area where the new Mustang GT excels is in its handling and performance. With an independent rear suspension and more robust hardware than ever before, this car can keep up with almost anything on the track. The 2015 Mustang GT also boasts a sweet 5-liter V8 engine, which produces 435 horsepower and is fast and high like an import V8. While it may not sound as good as a 67 Mustang's four-barrel carb at full throttle, it still has plenty of All-American torque down low.

In contrast, the classic 1967 Mustang GT has a 4.7-liter V8 engine that produces 271 horsepower, which is impressive for its time. However, the car weighs more than the new Mustang GT, with a curb weight of around 2,700 pounds compared to the new car's around 1,000 pounds less. Despite this, the classic Mustang still has some impressive specs, including a 0-60 mph time of around 7 seconds.

So which car is better? While both cars have their strengths and weaknesses, our vote goes to the modern Mustang GT. Sure, it may not have the same nostalgic charm as the classic model, but it offers a perfect combination of performance, style, and comfort that's hard to beat. The new car's premium interior with all the latest gadgets and its world-class engine make it a true standout in its class.

But don't worry, we're not suggesting that the classic Mustang GT is any less impressive. On the contrary, it's still a beautiful and powerful car that's sure to turn heads on the road. Its raw power and nostalgic charm make it a true classic that will always have its fans. And while it may not be as advanced as the new Mustang GT in terms of technology, it's still an excellent driving experience that's hard to match.

Ultimately, both cars are winners in their own right. The new Mustang GT offers cutting-edge performance and technology, while the classic 1967 Mustang GT provides a unique blend of style and nostalgia. Whether you're looking for raw power or advanced innovation, there's a Mustang out there for everyone.

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actually it's heavy in more ways than one the new car weighs about 1,000 lb more than the old one but it's also got a sweet 5 L V8 with 435 horsepower the latest 5 L res fast and high like an import V8 but it's still got plenty of All-American torque down low only thing is it doesn't sound as good as a 67 you're going to need an aftermarket exhaust for that and then there's the Handler that's one thing that the older cars just didn't do so well whereas the 2015 GT is basically a sports car with its independent rear suspension and more robust Hardware than ever it'll keep up with almost anything on the track with due respect to the 289 the new 5 ler is the King of the Hill we've got a soft spot for old muscle cars in some ways the 60s were the Heyday of the American Automobile and muscle cars gave you performance that's still respectable by modern standards it's no wonder they're still in demand but the 2015 Mustangs got that classic muscle car swag it's also got a world class engine athletic handling and a premium interior with all the latest gadgets We Salute both the new and the classic Mustang but our vote has got to be with the modern car sure you give up a couple of style points but the modern Mustang has got the perfect combination performance style and comfort we think Ford got it just right on this one and we think even classic Mustang owners will be impressedthis is the new 2015 Ford Mustang GT with an independent rear suspension and the latest technology it's the most advanced Mustang ever looks pretty good too but for some folks nothing looks as good as a 67 Mustang GT this one's got the iconic 289 V8 and a four barrel carb and with styling like that it almost belongs in a museum now maybe you're thinking this is an unfair comparison the old one's got to be way more expensive but check it out a 67 Mustang GT like this one actually goes for between 30 to 40 Grand just like the new one so you really can take your pick but which one's better let's find out inside the 67 Mustang you can't help thinking that they don't make them like they used to Interior Design was a labor of love in the' 60s and it shows in the metallic inlays the original twin cow dashboard even the twin gauge pods and their Art Deco font highlight the Vintage Mustang as distinctly American but the new Mustang GT has a few nice touches of its own If This Were the previous Mustang it wouldn't be close but the new one has some great looking aluminum trim with much improved Plastics as well unfortunately it lost the Retro font on the gauges so we're docking it a few points there no modern Mustang interior is going to beat the 67 GT If You're Expecting The 67 Mustang to be a dog when you floor it you're in for a pleasant surprise Shore 289 cubic in isn't that big 4.7 L to be exact but the four barrel carb that was part of the GT package means it's got a healthy 271 horsepower or 71 more than the standard two barrel 289 and keep in mind that the 67 only weighs about 2,700 lb or just a little bit more than a modern Mazda Mi 0 to 60 in the classic Mustang takes about 7 Seconds which is pretty impressive for almost 50 years ago and then there's the sound have you ever heard of four barrel 289 at Full Throttle you have to try it it's an American Symphony as for the 2015 Mustang GT let's just say it's got some heavy artillery actually it's heavy in more ways than one the new car weighs about 1,000 lb more than the old one but it's also got a sweet 5 L V8 with 435 horsepower the latest 5 L res fast and high like an import V8 but it's still got plenty of All-American torque down low only thing is it doesn't sound as good as a 67 you're going to need an aftermarket exhaust for that and then there's the Handler that's one thing that the older cars just didn't do so well whereas the 2015 GT is basically a sports car with its independent rear suspension and more robust Hardware than ever it'll keep up with almost anything on the track with due respect to the 289 the new 5 ler is the King of the Hill we've got a soft spot for old muscle cars in some ways the 60s were the Heyday of the American Automobile and muscle cars gave you performance that's still respectable by modern standards it's no wonder they're still in demand but the 2015 Mustangs got that classic muscle car swag it's also got a world class engine athletic handling and a premium interior with all the latest gadgets We Salute both the new and the classic Mustang but our vote has got to be with the modern car sure you give up a couple of style points but the modern Mustang has got the perfect combination performance style and comfort we think Ford got it just right on this one and we think even classic Mustang owners will be impressed\n"