1991 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 428 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 911 | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1425 mm |
