1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1969 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 996 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Mustang. (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 996 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
