1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 37 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 740 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3189 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
