1986 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Mustang | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |