2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 715 kg more than 1955 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 356 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |