1967 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Ford Mustang. (217 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1967 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Mustang | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 911 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4733 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |