1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (188 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 95 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang. 2003 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GT | Mustang |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |