1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 522 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mustang | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 914 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |