1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 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 4,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (404 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (217 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang.
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:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4731 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 404 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 67 L |
