1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1971 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Ford Mustang. (330 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 25 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Mustang |
Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 503 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 75 L |