2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 968 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 92 L |
