2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 935 kg more than 1954 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 356 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |