1997 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Ford GT
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1997 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford GT weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 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, 2009 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Mustang | 2009 Ford GT | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | GT |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |