1979 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang.
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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (209 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang. 2009 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | Boxster |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |