1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 74 kg more than 1996 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang. 1996 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 365 GT | Mustang |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |