1984 Ferrari GTO vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1984 Ferrari GTO.
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, 1984 Ferrari GTO (496 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari GTO | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | GTO | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2856 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
