USA vs USA — 1965 vs 1967
| Mustang Convertible | Mustang Fastback GT | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 200 hp | 225 hp |
| Torque | 282 lb-ft | 312 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 4,736 cc | 4,736 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 9.5 sec | 7.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 115 mph | 121 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 17.0 sec | 15.5 sec |
| Weight | 2,600 lbs | 2,900 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,743 mm | 2,743 mm |
| Length | 4,613 mm | 4,699 mm |
| Units Produced | 101,945 | 472,121 |
| Original MSRP | $2,614 | $2,692 |
| Value (Excellent) | $55,000 | $85,000 |
| Collectibility | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Rarity | 4/10 | 4/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible brings lighter weight, greater rarity to the table, and the 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback GT answers with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Ford Mustang. The 1965 and 1967 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. The 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback GT holds a clear advantage in raw power with 225 hp compared to 200 hp, a 25-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback GT edges ahead at 7.5 seconds versus 9.5 seconds. The Ford Mustang carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 300 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 101,945 units built, the 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible is considerably scarcer than the Ford Mustang's 472,121 examples.