1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Ford Mustang. (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2280 mm |
