1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 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 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 968 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 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 | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |