1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 12 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mustang | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 965 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |