2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 32 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |