1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial vs. 1988 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial (158 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 519 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial | 1988 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Mondial | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1254 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
