1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 504 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (1,022 Nm) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (417 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 1022 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1150 kg |
