1995 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 312 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Porsche 911 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 911 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3746 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1591 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2035 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 61 L |