1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 945 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2896 mm |