1971 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1252 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT.
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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (364 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GT | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
