2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Porsche 959.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 959. (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 959.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 959 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |