1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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 GTB (431 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 365 GTB | Mustang |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 347 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 61 L |