1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia

To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 305 kg more than 1985 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Ford Mustang 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
Make Ford Ferrari
Model Mustang 458 Italia
Year Released 1985 2011
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2301 cc 4500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 175 HP 570 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 9000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 539 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 6000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4526 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1938 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1214 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2649 mm


 

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