911 or mustang?

Question

should i buy a 1989 Porsche 911 SC or a 67 mustang

Answer 1

as an owner of both, I'll put it this way.

the mustang will be cheaper, and it's a wonderful vehicle, but it's rather common. It's also not exactly spacious on the inside. It's certainly cheaper and easier to find parts. But on the whole, its not nearly as rewarding a car. It's good for straight line speed, and not much else. The brakes are basically useless, and the steering isn't much better. You have to force the car to do what you want it to.

(1967 Mustang GT)

The Porsche on the other hand, while not as old, is likely to garner much more attention. It's quite unique, even in big city areas, to have an older Porsche. It's a definite conversation piece. You will definitely be noticed by people of all ages, car lovers or not.

Since it's one of the air-cooled cars, it'll be extremely reliable, if you buy one in good condition. When something does break though, it'll cost you some money to fix, wether or not you do the work yourself.

It's also, in my honest opinion, and that of many other people, a much more rewarding car to drive. It may not have as much power as the Mustang, but being lighter gives it comparable, if not considerably better performance. (an '89 SC should be able to do 0-60 in 5.5) You still get a lot of speed, but you have handling that's incredible. The SC handles like its on rails, more of an extension of you, a finely sharpened knife to the Mustang's sledgehammer. Though to be fair, the Mustang is more forgiving of mistakes than the 911. Take a Mustang around a corner too fast, and you'll likely end up just going tail-out. Do the same in the 911, and you'll likely lose it completely.

Not to mention said 911 can embarrass much newer, more expensive, and powerful cars. Our 1987 Carrera Cabriolet, with just 240 hp, is capable of beating a 06 Mustang GT, pushing 370 hp, both on the strip, and the track.

If you had the money, go for the 911, you won't regret it, but spend some time researching the decision, and buy the very best car you can afford.

good luck

Answer 2

First, there was no 911SC in 1989. The 1989 911 would be either a 3.2L Carrera (which replaced the 911SC as of 1984), or the first model year of the AWD 964 Carrera 4. The 3.2L Carrera is very similar to the SC, with a few small upgrades, and the DME controlled 3.2L flat six (compared to the CIS controlled 3.0L boxer in the earlier car). The 1989 Carrera also has the G-50 transmission compared to the 915 featured in the 911SC (as well as the earlier 3.2L Carreras).

The 3.2L Carrera is an excellent car, offering reliable performance, and still having a very strong dose of character that defines the older 911s.

A 1967 Mustang is also a car defined by a certain character. And like the 911, much of choosing a car like this demands that you find that character appealing. The fact is that for many, older sports cars will seem uncomfortable, loud, and the quirks will be annoying. But if you are looking at these, there is a good chance you will in fact find them a wonderful throwback to an era where cars were about driving, and those quirks are actually charming rather than annoying! While the 1989 911 is newer, and a little less edgy than a late 60s car, both are still from a similar era (the 911 used the same basic chasis from it's 1964 debut up to 1989). But before you look at either of these cars, it's worth understanding just what you are getting into.

The Mustang will be a very different car than the 911. It will lack the handling of the Porsche... but it's handling will also be more predictable. Actual power levels could be close, but the character of the power in the Mustang will be more low end power and torque.

Personally I favor 911s - it's a car I am very familar with and one I love driving. But I completely understand the allure of the older Mustangs and have attended and instructed at Shelby Club track events in the past. In the end, a car like this is about what really grabs you... you may like both, but in the end, you probably only LOVE one. So figure out which it is, and then start looking for the one you want to get (be picky though, it will be cheaper to buy one in good condition than to aquire a potential money pit).

Answer 3

Totally different cars. Both are iconic classics, but the similarities end there. If you want the most straight line speed for the least amount of money, cheaper repairs, and V8 rumble go for the mustang. If you want something very unique, go for a Porsche 911sc. I recently purchased one, and the handling, power and the unique sound just blow me away. Nothing sounds like an air cooled Porsche, and nothing handles like one, either. The short wheel base (front and rear wheels relatively close to each other) and the engine behind you, makes for the most nimble feeling car I've ever driven. There are downsides though. If you buy a 911 from the mid 80s or newer the transmission shifts great, but the older ones, like mine, have the type 915 which is reliable but shifts like a tractor, an old tractor. Also, all 911 before the 89 Carrera 4 had no power steering. It gives you the best feedback in the world, but it feels very heavy when parallel parking. Enjoy, either car is way better than a boring, bland box.

Answer 4

I would say the Porsche if you have some money. The parts are really expensive when something breaks. Compare the costs of the parts that you can expect to replace on both cars in the near future. Just a door handle can cost you $50 on a Porsche. The mustang may not have what you are looking for compared to features. Many advances were made in the automotive industry between 67 and 89. Do some comparison research before you buy.

Answer 5

Lets see.
A German Supercar or an American sportscar.
I would choose the Porsche. The 89 Porsche goes from 0-60 in around 6 seconds while the 67 Mustang does it in a little over 7 seconds. The Porsche's top speed is is around 160mph while the Mustangs top speed is around 130mph.

The Mustang will be cheaper to own and buy because its an American car. But the Porsche is is a much better car.

Answer 6

Depends what you want to do with it.. If you want to go fast in a straight line for speeds up to 75-80 mph (stoplight antics), then a Mustang could be great.

If you want to go fast at higher speeds and not worry so much about 0-60, and you want superb braking and handling, then go for the Porsche.

Also the Mustang is as simple and crude as a wood stove and can be cheaply maintained. The porsche will require periodic maintenance, about $100/150 per month averaged out over a few years. The Mustang would probably cost no more than $75 a month to keep running well.

1989 Porsche is an excellent choice by the way.

Answer 7

The porsche seems like an excuse to drive a nice car whereas the Mustang is a true vintage genuine piece of American Muscle.
If it were a toss-up between a 2007 Porsche 911 and a 2007 Mustang, no doubt the Porsche.

Answer 8

think about this.

67 mustang is going to increase in value

89 Porsche will go down in value.

nice to be able to drive a car then sell it for a profit

Answer 9

the mustang has alot more prestige in america in my opinion but the porsche 911 sc is one of the most relaible and well built

Answer 10

I think the 89 Carrera would be more of a drivers car. The Stang is cool, but not even close in terms of the driving experience. After 100MPH, the 911 is just getting into it's element. After 100PMH, you don't want to be in the Stang.