2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 165 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968. 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) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 968 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |
