A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
Includes a historical vehicle
Current, upcoming and historical vehicles can be compared side by side. Historical records keep their verified specifications, while price labels show last-listed context rather than current new-car availability.
Ford Mustang
: 5.0 GT Premium Convertible Automatic
Discontinued derivative
Discontinued derivativeVerified historical specifications remain visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 338 kW🔧 515 Nm⛽ 9.1 km/l
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At a Glance — Who Wins What
⚡PerformanceGhost Extended
⛽Fuel EconomyMustang
🛡SafetyGhost Extended
📦PracticalityGhost Extended
🔑OwnershipGhost Extended
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Ghost Extended
Mustang
Maximum Power
420 kW @ 5000 rpm
338 kW @ 7300 rpm
Maximum Torque
850 Nm @ 1600 rpm
515 Nm @ 4250 rpm
Engine Size
6749 cc
4951 cc
Claimed Mileage
6.33 km/l
9.1 km/l
Ground Clearance
118 mm
134 mm
Boot / Load Bay
500 l
408 l
Airbags
8
8
Kerb Weight
2545 kg
1815 kg
Seating Capacity
-
Not confirmed
Warranty
4 years; regional conditions apply
3
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Archived models stay fully comparable. Verified specs remain visible; historical fields that were not source-confirmed are marked Not confirmed instead of being guessed.
The Bottom Line
Both Ghost Extended and Mustang are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Ghost Extended
+6 pts
Efficiency
Mustang
+8 pts
Safety
Ghost Extended
+16 pts
Practicality
Ghost Extended
+7 pts
Ownership
Ghost Extended
+1 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
🏆 Overall Winner
Ghost Extended
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger safety package
More practical for daily use
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFamily Usage
Mustang
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Less comprehensive safety features
Less practical in daily usage
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:Fuel Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Ghost Extended
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
Mustang
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Full Specs, Side by Side
Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
Spec
Ghost Extended
Mustang
Generation
Second-generation Ghost Extended in long-wheelbase Series II form
Seventh generation Mustang with S650 platform
Facelift History
Ghost Extended joined the second-generation Ghost family globally in 2020 and evolved into Ghost Extended Series II in October 2024; its exact South African introduction year remains unverified
Latest generation introduced with improved tech and design
Facelift Launched Since
2024
Not confirmed
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Not confirmed
Body Style
Extended-wheelbase four-door luxury saloon
Not confirmed
Model Year
2026
Not confirmed
Production Status
active
Not confirmed
Segment
Extended-wheelbase full-size super-luxury saloon
Not confirmed
Vehicle Type
Internal-combustion passenger car
Not confirmed
Model Introduced Year
-
2016
Tare Mass Kg
-
1815 kg
Spec
Ghost Extended
Mustang
Drivetrain Layout
All-wheel drive with all-wheel steering
Rear Wheel Drive
Transfer Case
ATC 13 transfer case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
No lockable differential
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
Standard
Gearbox
8-speed automatic
10-Speed Automatic
Final Drive Ratio
2.81:1
Not confirmed
Number of Gears
8
Not confirmed
Transmission Type
8-speed automatic
10-Speed Automatic
Clutch Type
Torque converter
Not confirmed
Drivetrain
All-wheel drive
Not confirmed
4WD Engagement
Rolls-Royce all-wheel drive
Not confirmed
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Automatic Shift Paddles
No
Not confirmed
Front Differential Lock
No lockable differential
Not confirmed
Gearbox Type
8-speed automatic
10-Speed Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Axle Layout
All-wheel-drive power delivery with active rear-axle steering
Not confirmed
Rear Differential Lock
No lockable differential
Not confirmed
Transmission Speeds
8
Not confirmed
Gear Shift Type
Satellite Aided automatic gear selection
Not confirmed
LSD Available
-
Electronic LSD
Engine Position
-
Front Longitudinal
Spec
Ghost Extended
Mustang
Claimed Mileage
6.33 km/l
9.1 km/l
City Mileage
5.10 km/l
7 km/l
Highway Mileage
8.08 km/l
11 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
90 l
61 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6e (B6e)
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Automatic start/stop: Yes
Not Applicable
Average Fuel Consumption
15.8 l/100km
Not confirmed
Claimed Fuel Consumption
15.8 l/100km
Not confirmed
Fuel Efficiency
15.8 l/100km
Not confirmed
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Combined Consumption
15.8 l/100km
Not confirmed
Combined Consumption L 100km
15.8 l/100km
Not confirmed
Fuel Economy Combined
15.8 l/100km
Not confirmed
Fuel Tank Litres
90
61
Combined Driving Range
570-588 km (calculated from 90 L and 15.3-15.8 l/100 km WLTP)
Not confirmed
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Spec
Ghost Extended
Mustang
Airbags
8
8
ABS
Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Dynamic Stability Control
Standard with Track Mode
Traction Control
Dynamic Traction Control
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Rear child-safety locks
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
ISOFIX child-seat mounts
Standard
Brake Assist
Dynamic Brake Control
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Low tyre-pressure warning
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Engine immobiliser
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Driver and front-passenger seatbelt warning sensor
Not confirmed
Front Parking Sensors
Park Distance Control, front and rear
Not confirmed
AEB
Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function
Not Available
BA
Dynamic Brake Control
Not confirmed
Curtain Airbags
Front Head Protection System
Not confirmed
Driver Airbag
Driver airbag
Not confirmed
EBD
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Not confirmed
Engine Immobiliser
Engine immobiliser
Not confirmed
Hill Hold
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Front-passenger airbag
Not confirmed
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front and rear three-point pretensioning seatbelts; front force limiters
Not confirmed
Side Airbags
Front side-impact airbags
Not confirmed
TCS
Dynamic Traction Control
Standard
Knee Airbag
Active front knee protection
Not confirmed
ABS EBD
Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Driver and front-passenger seatbelt warning sensor
Not confirmed
Stability Control
Dynamic Stability Control
Standard with Track Mode
Alarm System
-
Standard
Central Locking
-
Standard
Side Impact Beams
-
Standard
Spec
Ghost Extended
Mustang
Cruise Control
Dynamic Cruise Control; Active Cruise Control available on the exact current Ghost family
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Active Cruise Control
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Lane Departure Warning with Active Return
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Departure Warning with Active Return
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Park Distance Control, front and rear
Rear
Rear View Camera
Rear View Camera
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Surround View Camera with 3D view
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Driver Attention Alert System
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Speed Limit Information
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
High-Beam Assistance
Not confirmed
Auto Wipers
Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Park Distance Control, front and rear
Not confirmed
Reverse Camera
Rear View Camera
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Active Cruise Control
Not Available
Park Assist
Park Assist and Reversing Assistant
Not confirmed
Around View Monitor
Surround View Camera with 3D view
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Collision Warning with Brake Function
Not confirmed
Spec
Ghost Extended
Mustang
Seat Material
Leather, Duality Twill or Bespoke alternatives
Leather
Heated Seats
Available, including rear-seat heating
Front
Ventilated Seats
Available, including rear-seat cooling
Front
Ambient Lighting
Bespoke Starlight Headliner available
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Heated full-leather multifunction steering wheel
Not confirmed
60 40 Split Seat
No
Not confirmed
Driver Seat Adjustment
Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory
Not confirmed
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory
Not confirmed
Seat Trim
Placed Perforation leather seat design available
Not confirmed
Seat Adjustment
-
Electric 6-Way
Steering Type
-
Electric
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Folding Rear Seats
-
Not Available
Front Armrest
-
Standard
Rear Armrest
-
Not Available
Spec
Ghost Extended
Mustang
Climate Control
Automatic four-zone climate control
Automatic AC
Power Windows
Front and rear power windows with one-touch up/down
All Doors
Keyless Entry
Comfort Access keyless entry
Standard
Push Button Start
Push Button Start
Standard
Wireless Charging
Wireless smartphone charging
Standard
Sunroof
No
Convertible Soft Top
Electric Tailgate
Power open/close luggage compartment
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers
Standard
AC Type
Automatic four-zone climate control
Automatic AC
Automatic Headlamps
-
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Push Button Start
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Push Button Start
Standard
Push Button Start
Push Button Start
Standard
Spare Wheel
No spare wheel
Space Saver
Air Conditioning
Automatic four-zone climate control
Automatic AC
Rim Size
20-, 21- and 22-inch approved fitments
19-inch GT Alloy
Sound System
16
8
Unlocking
Comfort Access keyless entry
Standard
Wireless Charger
Wireless smartphone charging
Standard
Spec
Ghost Extended
Mustang
Length
5715 mm
4788 mm
Width
1998 mm
1916 mm
Height
1574 mm
1381 mm
Wheelbase
3465 mm
2720 mm
Doors
4 doors
Not confirmed
Front Headroom
1030 mm
Not confirmed
Payload Capacity
585 kg
Not confirmed
Fuel Tank Capacity
90 l
61 l
Kerb Weight
2545 kg
1815 kg
Towing Capacity
0 kg
Not confirmed
Rear Headroom
990 mm
Not confirmed
Front Legroom
1060 mm
Not confirmed
Rear Legroom
1245 mm
Not confirmed
Ground Clearance (Default)
118 mm
134 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
118 mm
Not confirmed
Boot/Cargo Space
500 l
408 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3130 kg
2245 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
4 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Not confirmed
Minimum Turning Radius
6.8 m
6.1 m
Spec
Ghost Extended
Mustang
Engine
6.75-litre twin-turbocharged V12 petrol
5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Cylinders
12
8
Valves
48
32
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
12.0:1
Drive Type
AWD
RWD
Top Speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine Code
N74B68A
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
V
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Twin Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Bore
89 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
90.4 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Low
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Displacement
6749 cc
4951 cc
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
10-Speed Automatic
0-100 km/h
4.8 sec
4.6 sec
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Maximum Power
420 kW @ 5000 rpm
338 kW @ 7300 rpm
Maximum Torque
850 Nm @ 1600 rpm
515 Nm @ 4250 rpm
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
165 kW/tonne
186.2 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
334 Nm/tonne
283.7 Nm/tonne
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Ghost Extended
Mustang
Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay compatibility
Wireless
Android Auto
Android Auto compatibility
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth wireless technology; rear passengers can pair headphones individually
Standard
Number of Speakers
16
8
Digital Instrument Cluster
SPIRIT digital instrument interface
12.4-inch Full Digital
Infotainment System
SPIRIT infotainment operated by touch, controller and voice commands; independent rear-screen streaming available
12-inch SYNC 4 Touchscreen
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens
Not confirmed
Touchscreen
10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens
Not confirmed
USB Ports
USB Type-C ports
2
Navigation System
-
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay compatibility
Wireless
Audio Speakers
16
8
Wireless Android Auto
Android Auto compatibility
Wireless
Spec
Ghost Extended
Mustang
LED Headlamps
LED and laser headlights
Full LED
Daytime Running Lamps
Series II daytime-running lights
LED
Fog Lamps
Front fog lamps
LED
Roof Rails
No; vehicle not approved for roof loads
Not Available
Headlights
LED and laser headlights
Full LED
Panoramic Sunroof
No
Not confirmed
Exterior Colour Options
Bespoke exterior colour commissions
Not confirmed
Alloy Wheel Design
-
19-inch GT Alloy
Chrome Exterior Finish
-
Not Available
Body Cladding
-
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
-
Rear Spoiler
DRL
Series II daytime-running lights
LED
Led Headlights
LED and laser headlights
Full LED
Daytime Running Lights
Series II daytime-running lights
LED
Front Fog Lamps
Front fog lamps
LED
Headlamps
LED and laser headlights
Full LED
Headlight Type
LED and laser headlights
Full LED
Spec
Ghost Extended
Mustang
Wading Depth
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Locking Differential
No lockable differential
Not confirmed
4WD System Type
Rolls-Royce all-wheel drive with all-wheel steering
Not confirmed
Ground Clearance Max
-
134 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
134 mm
Spec
Ghost Extended
Mustang
Tyre Size
255/35 R22 102Y front and 285/30 R22 104Y rear; 255/40 R21 102Y front and 285/35 R21 105Y rear; 255/45 R20 105Y front and 285/40 R20 108Y rear; 255/45 R20 105V M+S all-round
255/40 R19
Front Brake Type
Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes
Brembo Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes
Brembo Ventilated Disc
Spare Wheel Type
No spare wheel
Space Saver
Wheel Rim Size
20-, 21- and 22-inch approved fitments
19-inch GT Alloy
Handbrake Type
Electromechanical parking brake acting on rear discs
Not confirmed
Wheel Type
-
19-inch GT Alloy
Brake Type Front
-
Brembo Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Rear
-
Brembo Ventilated Disc
Spare Tyre
No spare wheel
Space Saver
Wheel Diameter
20-, 21- and 22-inch approved fitments
19-inch GT Alloy
Wheels
-
19-inch GT Alloy
Spec
Ghost Extended
Mustang
Front Suspension
Planar Suspension with upper wishbone damper, electronic dampers and self-levelling air struts
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Five-link rear axle with self-levelling high-volume air suspension
Independent Multi-Link
Chassis Type
-
Monocoque
Power Steering
-
Electric
Steering Column
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Front Suspension Type
Planar Suspension with upper wishbone damper, electronic dampers and self-levelling air struts
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Type
Five-link rear axle with self-levelling high-volume air suspension
Independent Multi-Link
Front Track Width
-
1617 mm
Rear Track Width
-
1607 mm
Spec
Ghost Extended
Mustang
CO2 Emissions
358 g/km
261 g/km
Start Stop System
-
Not Available
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Applicable
Noise Level
-
72 dB
Spec
Ghost Extended
Mustang
Ownership Role
Rear-space-focused Ghost for mixed owner-driven and chauffeur use
Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Overall Winner
Ghost Extended
Performance
100/100
Efficiency
29/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
63/100
Ownership
44/100
Mustang
Performance
94/100
Efficiency
37/100
Safety
83/100
Practicality
56/100
Ownership
43/100
So, Which One Should You Buy?
🏆Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended
wins with 71 pts
vs 66 pts for Mustang
In structured scoring, Ghost Extended emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Mustang may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Other Comparisons Worth Checking
See how similar cars go head-to-head — you might find a better fit than you expected.
On our scoring the Ghost Extended edges ahead overall. That said, the right choice depends on what you actually use the car for — the breakdown above shows exactly where each one wins and loses.
Efficiency scores: Ghost Extended 29 vs Mustang 37. In the real world, diesel variants of either car will beat the claimed figure on long highways and fall short in Joburg traffic.
Safety scores: Ghost Extended 99, Mustang 83. Check each model page for NCAP ratings and which trim levels include AEB and blind-spot monitoring — those features aren't always standard.
Long-term ownership scores: Ghost Extended 44, Mustang 43. Service intervals, parts availability in SA, and whether a service plan is bundled all factor in — check the individual variant specs for that detail.
Practicality scores: Ghost Extended 63, Mustang 56. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: Ghost Extended 100, Mustang 94. This looks at real-world pace — 0–100 kph, highway flexibility, and how either car feels when you actually need to overtake on an N-road.
Resale varies with colour, spec, and market timing, but Japanese brands — and Toyota specifically — have a strong track record in SA. Check current used prices for both on AutoTrader to see the real gap right now.
Ground clearance and 4WD availability are what matter most here. Scroll to the spec table above to compare both side by side — if either model offers a 4WD variant, that's the version worth comparing.
Fuel, insurance, and service costs are the big three. Diesel variants of both models typically save R800–R1,500/month in fuel at current SA pump prices. The Ghost Extended edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The Ghost Extended scores better overall, but neither car is a bad buy here. It comes down to what features matter to you — check the full spec table above to see exactly what you gain and lose at each price point.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
The comparison between Ghost Extended and Mustang in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: Ghost Extended scores 100 vs 94.
Efficiency: Ghost Extended scores 29 vs 37.
Safety: Ghost Extended scores 99 vs 83.
Practicality: Ghost Extended scores 63 vs 56.
Ownership: Ghost Extended scores 44 vs 43.
Final structured scoring gives Ghost Extended
the advantage in this comparison.
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