2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 924 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 924 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 Weight | 966 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
