1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 266 kg more than 1999 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
