1981 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 911 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |