1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 117 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308. 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ferrari 308 | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 308 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |