1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 358 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (160 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 LM | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 68 L |
