1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 704 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2280 mm |