1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 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 255 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 287 kg more than 2000 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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (447 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Testarossa | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 447 Nm |
| 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 | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
