2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 965. (355 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 965. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 152 kg more than 1993 Porsche 965. 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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 965 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |