1982 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1982 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Mustang (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Mustang weights approximately 463 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. 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, 1982 Ford Mustang (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Mustang | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 911 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |