1957 Ferrari 340 Spider vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider (297 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (212 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 620 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider.
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:
| 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 340 Spider | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1470 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
