2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 630 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 356 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 52 L |
