1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 203 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 512 BB | Mustang |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 61 L |