1979 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 205 kg more than 1979 Ford Mustang. 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (209 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | Cayman |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3385 cc |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |