1993 Porsche 965 vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 965 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1999 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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang. 1999 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 965 | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 965 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |