2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 414 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
