2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 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 71 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 911. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 335 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |