2007 Ford Mustang vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (188 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mustang | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 944 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |