1967 Ferrari 365 California vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 California. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 California would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 California weights approximately 1 kg more than 2004 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (363 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 365 California | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 California | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 59 L |
