1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (405 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (160 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 409 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 405 Nm |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |