1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (317 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 85 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Testarossa | Mustang |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |