2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Porsche 911. (345 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 282 kg more than 2013 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 (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |