2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Porsche 959.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 959 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
