2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1982 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 911. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 138 kg more than 1982 Porsche 911. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (408 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 911. (258 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1982 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 408 Nm | 258 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 70.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |