1992 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1992 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Mustang | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 965 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |