1966 Ferrari 275 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 275. (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 275. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 305 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 275. 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 275. (294 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 275.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 275 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 275 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 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 | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 68 L |
