2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 638 kg more than 1958 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.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 356 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2110 mm |