1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2002 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2002 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mustang. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 58 kg more than 2002 Ford Mustang. 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2002 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
