1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 312 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 208.
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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (321 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 60 L |
