1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1706 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208. 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ferrari 208 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 208 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |