1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 1979 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 348 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 277 kg more than 1979 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, 1989 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari 348 | 1979 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 348 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |