1987 Ford Mustang vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1987 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Mustang weights approximately 490 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Mustang | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 356 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2110 mm |
