1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 25 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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, 2000 Ford Mustang (408 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 328 GTS | Mustang |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 408 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 | 1273 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |