1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 (310 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mustang. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1609 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. (433 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GT4 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 2862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
