2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (188 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 356. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 475 kg more than 1963 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Porsche 356. (126 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 356 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
