1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 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 185 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 175 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
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 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 500 Superfast | Mustang |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |