1980 Ferrari 312 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 782 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 312.
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.
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1980 Ferrari 312 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 312 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 12300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |