1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 128 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 308.
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, 2001 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 308 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 308 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 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 | 1284 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |