1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 437 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Ford Mustang (406 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |
