1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 41 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mustang.
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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 500 Superfast | Mustang |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 105.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
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 Length | 4830 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |