1995 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 535 kg more than 1959 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mustang | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 356 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |