2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |