1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4655 cc | 3587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |