1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (502 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 620 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 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 | 1486 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |