1986 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 405 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 412 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 412 GT | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 412 GT | Mustang |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 68 L |