1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (211 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Testarossa | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
