1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
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, 2000 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Porsche 993 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 993 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3746 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |