1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 400 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 856 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 61 L |