1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 1995 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 109 kg more than 1995 Ford Mustang. 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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 1995 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 512 BBi | Mustang |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3797 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |