1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Porsche 911. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 166 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 911. (350 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 502 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2340 mm |