2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 197 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2280 mm |