1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (310 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 308 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
