Comparing 2012 Mustang V6 vs 2014 Mustang GT Premium
In the competitive world of muscle cars, the Ford Mustang has shone as a bright star of performance since its launch in 1964. The sixth-generation Mustang saw the introduction of both the Mustang V6 and the Mustang GT Premium, two very different cars for two very different performance goals. Let’s take a look and see how the 2012 Mustang V6 and 2014 Mustang GT Premium compare.
Both the Mustang V6 and the Mustang GT Premium were available in 2012 and 2014 respectively. The V6 is powered by a 305-horsepower 3.7-liter V6 that produces 280 lb-ft of torque. The Mustang Gt Premium uses a 5.0-liter V8 that generates 420 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque. In terms of acceleration, it’s no surprise that the GT Premium beats out the V6 by a wide margin. The GT Premium can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in a scant 4.3 seconds, while the V6 needs a full 6.1 seconds to reach the same speed.
The Mustang V6 gets better gas mileage than the GT Premium, but the GT’s performance boost makes up for it. The V6 gets up to 19 mpg city/31 mpg highway, while the GT Premium gets 16mpg city/25mpg highway. As far as pricing, both cars are reasonably priced for their respective specs. The base price of the V6 was $22,200 MSRP, while the GT Premium started at $29,305. Both prices have stayed fairly consistent over the years.
At the end of the day, choosing between the Mustang V6 and the Mustang GT Premium really comes down to personal preference and budget. The V6 is perfect for those looking to get good performance while maintaining a reasonable price tag, while the GT Premium offers unrivaled performance for a price that won’t break the bank. Whichever way you go, you won’t be disappointed