2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 141 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
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 (326 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 944 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |