2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 944. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (441 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 944 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
