1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 217 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (160 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
